Welcome to the Department of Sociology

Members of the Department of Sociology at Brock University research and teach about cutting edge social issues such as sweat shops, hate crimes, gang violence, professional wrestling, educational equity, animal rights, environmental activism, sexuality, capitalist relations of production, gender conventions and racism.

Our research projects are designed to explore the constraints and opportunities people experience as the world becomes increasingly complex. Courses enhance students' abilities to examine critically the social conventions and regulations that circumscribe our lives, and to explore possibilities for progressive social change. Students gain skills in designing social research, thinking critically, analysing statistical data, computing, writing and making oral presentations. Our graduates move into a variety of fields, such as law, social work and teacher education, as well as pursue further education in graduate school.

We welcome your interest in our department. Feel free to contact faculty individually or visit the department in person. Support staff are available to assist students in making a successful transition to university culture.

John Sorenson, Chair, Department of Sociology