Department
of Sociology and Anthropology
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| Current Dept. Mission Statement (as of 2003) The Department of Sociology and Anthropology is committed to a comparative and holistic approach to the study of the human experience. The sociological and anthropological perspectives provide a broad understanding of the origins as well as the meaning of physical and cultural diversity in the world past, present, and future. As such, the programs offer the opportunity for understanding world affairs and problems within the total context of the human experience and for constructing solutions to world problems firmly grounded in that context. Specifically, the department offers: (1) students of all disciplines the opportunity to deepen and broaden their knowledge of humankind and of themselves; (2) a strong preparation for graduate study in sociology or anthropology; and (3) an academic and practical background for those who wish to apply the anthropological or sociological perspective in a wide range of professional careers, such as social services, applied social research, education, and archeology. The Bachelors’ programs in sociology and anthropology are designed to foster intellectual development (i.e. logical thinking, literacy, numeracy, historical consciousness, understanding science and scientific inquiry, diversity and social values) by sharing with students the perspectives and contents of the two disciplines.
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