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Department of Sociology

The Department of Sociology is a vibrant department with award winning faculty who excel in both research programs and course instruction.

Degree Programs

Graduate

Master's & Doctoral Programs in Sociology

We have one of the largest concentrations of sociological expertise in the Southern region offering both Master's and Doctoral programs in Sociology.
Undergraduate

Sociology

Sociology is the scientific study of society and its institutions, organizations, and groups. Sociologists study the ways that social structure and interactions shape human life.
Undergraduate

Criminology

Criminology, as a field, explores the nature and causes of crime. Criminology also examines the impact crime has on society and how in turn society responds to the social problem of crime.
Undergraduate

Social Work

Social work is a challenging and rewarding profession with the primary goal of enhancing individual functioning and promoting human rights and social and economic justice.

About Us

The Department of Sociology houses approximately 400 students including a master's and doctoral program in Sociology and three undergraduate majors including Criminology, Sociology, and Social Work. The Social Work program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. 

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Recent News

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Newest Dean’s Eminent Scholars reflect ‘thriving academic community’ in MSU College of Arts and Sciences

Diego Thompson, assistant professor of sociology, Dean’s Eminent Scholar award for the social sciences

November 29, 2023
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Playing Spent!: FGWC Experiences of Poverty Simulation Games by Heather-Ann Layth

Heather-Ann Layth is the author of an article in "Teaching Sociology." To view the article click here.

September 25, 2023
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Dr. Rachel Allison Interviewed for an Article in NYTimes

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August 7, 2023
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Recent Photos

RSS Conference Program Material

Table set up with program material at the RSS Conference.

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RSS Conference

Gbenga Elufisan presenting his research at the conference. Great job, Gbenga!

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Summer Undergraduate Research Showcase

Mikayla Herndon (major psychology/minor Sociology) Project: Racial Differences in the Long-term Impact of Parental Incarceration on Depression

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Spotlight

MSU’s Sutton named ‘Emerging Scholar’ by criminology society

Mississippi State University faculty member Tara E. Sutton has been recognized as an emerging scholar by the American Society of Criminology's Division on Queer Criminology for her in-depth criminology research with a focus on women, Black families and LGBTQIA2S+ young adults.

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