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Sociology and anthropology demonstrate that questions about what it means to be human and what it means to live in society are profoundly practical. A major in sociology or anthropology provides:

A. the ability to think and write logically and critically;
B. an appreciation of cultural and historical diversity and difference;
C. an understanding of the connections between self and society, order, conflict and change in human societies; and
D. preparation for graduate education or careers in a variety of fields.

Sociology and anthropology majors have gone on to successful careers in law counseling, corrections, government, social work, policy analysis, journalism, business, teaching, community organizing, museum work and many other professions.

The Anthropology Museum houses one of the most extensive collections of African sculpture to be found in any U.S. college. This allows opportunities for students to experience and research non-Western art and to learn about museum work