Sociology

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Sociology examines the ways people influence each other through societal institutions, organizations, and groups. Sociology often combines scientific and humanistic perspectives in the study of such varied topics as urban life, family relations, ethnic relations, social class, social and religious movements, aging, and gender roles. The sociology major at Pomona College (see Pomona College catalog for details) emphasizes social theory and research. Pomona also offers a minor in sociology. The sociology major at Pitzer College (see Pitzer College catalog for details) is organized in two broad categories: foundation courses that are fundamental to the discipline of sociology, and courses that address special topics.

Students who wish to major in sociology may arrange to do so by fulfilling the requirements of the major at Pitzer or Pomona Colleges, including a senior thesis. Arrangements for pursuing this major must be made with an off-campus major adviser in the appropriate program; students additionally have a Scripps faculty adviser. See guidelines concerning off-campus majors and cross-registration in this catalog.

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