Sociology is the study of human societies, their structure, and the ways individuals and groups relate to one another. Sociological knowledge is vital to the understanding of contemporary issues and topics such as poverty, race and gender relations, crime, delinquency, deviance, mental illness, urban growth and decay, marriage and family life, behavior in bureaucracies, and the organization and delivery of human services.<br>Integrated baccalaureate and master's degree program is available, allowing undergraduates to earn both degrees in five years. Participate in the Western Anthropology and Sociology Club, which sponsors activities throughout the year and organizes events such as career, resume, and internship workshops. Excellent classroom experience - in a recent poll, students said that the strongest feature of the department was the quality of classroom instruction. Faculty members come from diverse academic, social, and ethnic backgrounds and represent superior professional experience in teaching and research