Teaching, Student Support, and University Administration

Select the following concentrations:

• Childhood and Youth
• Inequality and Social Change

Take the following classes:

• SOCI 302 – Sociology of Delinquency
• SOCI 308 – Race & Ethnicity in a Changing World
• SOCI 314 – Sociology of Culture
• SOCI 315 – Contemporary Gender Relations
• SOCI 352 – Social Problems and Solutions
• SOCI 360 – Youth Culture and Society
• SOCI 382 – Education in Contemporary Society
• SOCI 483 – The Sociology of Higher Education
• SOCI 485 – RS: Sociological Analysis and Practice
• SOCI 499 – Independent Research in Sociology

For this career pathway, there are many relevant minors from diverse disciplines:

• Gain experience with teaching as a substitute teacher or teaching assistant.
• Participate in teaching or coaching opportunities as a volunteer, part-time job or summer employment (check out Career Service's Education Job Resources)
• Gain experience on campus through student leadership opportunities such as Resident Assistant, Community Assistant, Patriot Leader, or other positions through University Life.
• Participate in research as an undergraduate. Take research coursework, become involved with faculty research, get to know graduate students.
• Join appropriate professional organizations and attend conferences as a student.
• Get a teaching license /certification for desired subject area and/or grade level for public school positions (Note: requirements vary by state; private schools may not require licensing / certification).
• Obtain a master's degree in subject area for increased employability.
• A master's degree or Ph.D. is required to teach at two-year higher education institutions; a Ph.D. is generally required to teach and do research at four-year institutions.
• Obtain a master's degree in student development, or counseling for student affairs or administrative positions.