Prairie View
A&M University
2013-2014
Brailsford College of
Arts and Sciences
Bachelor of Arts
in Sociology
The Sociology Program offers courses leading to the
Bachelor of Arts degree. The curriculum is designed to
provide an understanding of the theoretical and practical
aspects of social systems and processes as well as the
historical, social, and economic basis of social institutions.
In addition to social theory and social research, students
may choose courses in criminology, family, substance
abuse, deviant behavior, social psychology, role of media,
social problems, etc. which enables students to analyze,
critically evaluate, and engage in the planning of solutions
to problems that evolve from patterns of human social
interaction.
Organizations
Bachelor of Arts
in Sociology
Division of Social Work,
Behavioral and Political Sciences
Dr. Walle Engedayehu, Division Head
The purpose of the Sociology Club is to inform students
around campus community about the field of Sociology
through informative seminars, research endeavors, social
events that promote interaction between students and faculty, and to raise awareness about social issues. The Club
is committed to promoting the humanistic values of social
awareness, peace and justice, and the appreciation of human diversity within the PVAMU community and beyond.
The Organization’s Slogan is “Real Recognizing Real”
which was Sociology students’ characterization of what
they felt they stood for—Real students Recognizing Real
Issues—and attempting to address issues impacting the
PVAMU campus community.
Career Paths for
Sociology Majors
The Bachelor of Arts in Sociology is a versatile
degree that will prepare graduates for employment
opportunities in all sectors of society: government,
education, business and industry. Graduates find
employment in public agencies at the federal, state
and local levels, teaching, urban and community
planning, state legislatures and Congress, non-profit
organizations, law enforcement, and foreign service.
Sociology is an excellent academic preparation for
the study of law, social work, urban planning,
medicine, and journalism.
D’Adrienne Sweat
Class of 2012
Real Estate Broker
“The professors in the department do more
than just teach us Sociology...they prepare us
for life outside of Prairie View. Deciding to
major in Sociology at Prairie View was one of
the best decisions I have ever made.”
2013-2014
Degree Requirements
Core Curriculum
Foreign Language
42 SCH
6 SCH
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
39 SCH
Required SOCG Courses (15 SCH)
General Sociology (1013), Sociological Theory(4733),
Social Statistics (4053), Sociological Research (4723)
Senior Seminar (4783)
Sociology electives
(24 SCH)
Support Area Requirements (min. grade of “C” ) 9 SCH
Principles of ECON - Micro (2113) or Macro (2123)
ENGL 1143 or 2143 Technical Writing / Advanced Comp
PSYC 1113 General Psychology
Unrestrictive Electives (min. grade of “C” )
Minor Requirements (min. grade of “C”)
(Course must satisfy the catalog requirements)
6 SCH
18 SCH
Total Degree Requirements
*120 SCH
*Total degree hours may be more depending on minor
selected.
Sociology as a Minor field: 18 SCH SOCG 1013, 4733
and 12 hours of selected sociology electives required
2013-2014
Offerings at NWHC
Meet Our Faculty
Meet Our Majors
“When I transferred to
Prairie View, my initial
major was Criminal
Justice and my minor was
Sociology. After the first
day of one Sociology
course, I immediately
changed my
major….
SOCIOLOGY FACULTY
Robert P. Jones, Ph.D.
Oscar Oviedo, M.A.
Michael D. Royster, MDiv., M.A.
William H. Turner, Ph.D.
Veeda V. Williams, Ph.D.
For more information
LaFredrick Smith
Please contact:
The professors in this department sincerely want you to strive
and aspire for better. I would highly recommend any entering
freshman or transfer student to continue their education here.
You will be very grateful you chose to do so.
Nia Henry
Prairie View A & M University
Woolfolk Building, Suite 305
P.O. Box 519, MS 2203
Prairie View, TX 77446
Phone: (936) 261-3210
Fax: (936) 261-3229
As a non-traditional student, my college experience can sometimes be
very challenging…. Choosing PVAMU as my HBCU
has truly enriched my life,
but being a Sociology major has made it an awesome
experience!
For Additional
Information Contact:
Tiffany Thompson
As a sociology major I believe that I have gained a lot of
important components for me to be able to be successful and
competitive in the work field. I found the professors in the
department to be the most fulfilling part...because they have
so many great teaching methods that you are sure to learn new
things.
Elisha Hudson
Sociology courses are also offered at the North West Houston Center located at 9449 Grant Road, Houston, Texas
77070 to provide flexibility in accommodating students’
work schedules, non-traditional students returning to college after some time off as well as transfer students..
Scholarships opportunities are also available to those who
qualify.
See Class Schedule at http://www.pvamu.edu/pvplace
Dr. Veeda V. Williams
Sociology Program Coordinator
vvwilliams@pvamu.edu
The Sociology program
here has granted me opportunities to become professionally published, multiple
times. I have spoken at
conferences and worked on
political campaigns. Best of
all, the professors sincerely
care about your professional, academics and personal
development.
Donnie Moreland
Admissions and Records
(936) 261-1000
Financial Aid Office
(936) 261-1000
Career and Outreach Services
(936) 261-3570
www.pvamu.edu