Welcome to Sociology
The Department of Sociology is committed to creating a supportive environment for student centered learning and achievement. Our students are exposed to all aspects of sociology and acquire sociological perspectives and the techniques for studying society. They learn to critically examine the value assumptions of our institutions and social practices, including the values and practices of our discipline itself. This reflexive stance is an essential element of sociological understanding. Our students will learn how sociology has been used to solve problems for clients, foundations, agencies, and the community, and has contributed to social policy formulation and policy analysis. They will learn how sociologists engage in dialog and engagement with different publics in the civil society. Through their education, our students will understand that sociology and civil society are interdependent, both flourishing in an open and democratic discourse on the issues and crises of modernity.
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Part-Time Lecturer Positions
Interested in applying as a part-time Lecturer in the Department of Sociology at California State University, Northridge?
Visit Employment Opportunities for additional details.
Dr. Stephanie Canizales will discussion on her latest book Sin Padres, Ni Papeles at CSUN
The Department of Child and Adolescent Development is excited to announce that Dr. Stephanie Canizales, a Los Angeles native and UC Berkeley professor, will hold a discussion on her latest book Sin Padres, Ni Papeles at CSUN. The book is a six-year exploration of unaccompanied Central American minors in Los Angeles and a masterful blend of sociology, developmental science, and public policy. RSVP here (even if it’s a maybe) to help in the planning of this event. We will be raffling copies of the book for attendees.
Day: Thursday, March 13th at 1:15 PM
Location: Noski Auditorium
2025 Undergraduate & Graduate Sociology Award Recipients
The Sociology Department is happy to announce the winners of the 2025 Sociology Awards. Please visit the 2025 Undergraduate & Graduate Sociology Award Recipients.
Congratulations to all the 2025 undergraduate and graduate Sociology award winners! We look forward to celebrating your accomplishments at the Sociology's Honor's Reception in May!
Student Fire Assistance Resources
As our community is reeling from the impact of the ongoing wildfires, we want to share resources to help during this difficult time. Please visit the Student Support Resources to see details about resources like: MataCare Emergency Fund, Basic Needs Emergency Housing Fund , CSUN with a Heart, University Counseling Services, and Device Loaner Program.
Stay advised through the CSUN homepage, including the CSUN Advisory.
Visit Fire-Related Information and Resources for additional emergency and external resources.
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Sociology Magazine, La Sociologia de CSUN – Fall 2024
The volume two of the sociological magazine, La Sociologia de CSUN: A Spotlight on Student Sociologists, is h...
American Sociological Association Resolution for Justice in Palestine
Results of an April 2024 vote were released in May 2024 in which ASA members passed a resolution calling “f...
Sociology Welcomes New Faculty, Jessennya Hernandez, P.h.D.
About Jessennya Hernandez Jessennya is a queer working classXicana who was born and raised in theInland Empir...
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Department Chair
Dr. Karen Morgaine
321 Santa Susana Hall
18111 Nordhoff St.
Northridge, CA 91330-8318
- Phone: (818) 677-3591
Department Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm
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