Department of Sociology (SOC)

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.

Explore Our Department

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Student Resources

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Programs

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Student Spotlight

Spotlight Courses

Announcements

“What Can You Do in Social Work?” Speaker Panel on 10/27

Join us for the our first series of “What Can You Do in Social Work?” Speaker Panel Fall 2026 on Tuesday, October 27th from 2:30 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.

The panel will connect students with agencies, career pathways, and professionals in the field while supporting the new Social Welfare & Social Justice option within the Sociology Department. If you are interested in Sociology and our Social Welfare and Social Justice Option, this is a great opportunity to hear from professionals in the field.

All students are welcome! Snacks will be available to attendees. Please follow the link to RSVP.

We hope to see you there!

"What Can You Do in Social Work?" Speaker Panel Fall 2026- Series One Tuesday October 27th 2:30pm-3:45pm USU, East Conference Center, Pasadena Room, Guest Speakers Ute Escorcia, Art Ambartsumyan, Star Resendez, Sponsored by the Sociology Department If you are interested in Sociology and our Social Welfare and Social Justice Option, this is a great opportunity to hear from professionals in the field. For more information, contact Dr. Moshoula Capous-Desyllas via email at moshoula@csun.edu

AKD Sociology Honor Society

Join the Sociology Honor Society and enhance your resume, Graduate school applications, Curriculum Vitae, develop leadership skills, and meet new people. Members receive a one-year subscription to Sociological Inquiry (the official journal of Alpha Kappa Delta) and can apply for student conference travel assistance. Members are notified of opportunities such as paper competitions, events, jobs, volunteer/internship opportunities, and are invited to our annual induction ceremony.

Fill out an AKD Membership Application (PDF) and return it to the Sociology Department (Santa Susana 321). Along with the application, attach a one-time initiation fee of $60 (and an optional $15 for the Honor Cord). The Fall 2026 application deadline is Monday, October 26, 2026.

Requirements to Join Honor Society:

Sociology Major
Junior, Senior, or Graduate Student
3.3 GPA or higher

Celebrating Dr. David Bogumil: Congratulations on your retirement!

The Sociology Department would like to congratulate Dr. Bogumil on his retirement and the two decades of teaching and mentorship that he has provided to CSUN students. Read Dr. Bogumil bio here.

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Master’s Degree Program in Sociology

Interested in the Master’s Degree Program in Sociology? Applications for Fall 2026 are being accepting now!

Deadline: October 15, 2026

Congratulations to all our Sociology Award Winners of 2026!

Join us in congratulating all our Sociology Award Winners of 2026!

Ruel Abalos, Nina Disabato, Mahshid Hassani, Lexie Jimenez, Janet Consuelo, Sophia Lucas, Naomi Moore, Dominic Navarro, Bailey Simien, and Maria Tinti!

Marilyn Ee Remembrance

The Department of Sociology would like to recognize and remember CSUN alumna, Marilyn Ee, who passed away in her home country of Malaysia in January 2026 after a two-year battle with cancer.

Immigration Information & Services Resource Hub

We are committed to ensuring that every CSUN community member, regardless of immigration status, has the opportunity to thrive academically, personally and professionally. This website highlights critical information and immigration resources.

Please visit the Immigration Information & Services Resource Hub to learn more and find resources that include the following:

Know Your Rights (Red Cards)

DREAM Center (located in the USU)