Sociology
Studying sociology at Brooklyn College sharpens your understanding of how society works—and how individuals shape and are shaped by it—while opening doors to careers across policy, law, education, and more. Through a curriculum grounded in theory, research, and Brooklyn’s dynamic social landscape, you’ll develop a strong sociological perspective, hands-on experience, and the skills to analyze and navigate a complex world.
Degrees
Meet Our Faculty
Our faculty have stature in such areas as urban studies, gender, aging, mass media, sociological theory, immigration and labor, children’s studies, criminology, race and ethnicity, and the environment. We are committed to quality teaching, the production of policy-relevant social research, and service to the Brooklyn community. Our teaching and research is strongly rooted in Brooklyn’s sociologically rich and vibrant environment.
Co-sponsorship Policy
The Department of Sociology welcomes requests to co-sponsor speakers and events from all student groups, departments, and programs. We co-sponsor events because we as a department value the open and free exchange of ideas. As educators, we place great value on learning, inside and outside the classroom. At our commuter campus, students’ time is scarce, as most have jobs. We want our students to care enough about ideas and about politics to plan and attend such events. By sponsoring and co-sponsoring speakers, we are not endorsing the ideas expressed. We are instead acknowledging and encouraging students’ contributions to the intellectual life of the campus.
Contact Information
- Department Chair: Alex Vitale
- Undergraduate Deputy: Lawrence Johnson