In addition, we value and encourage a true love of learning, service to mankind, and a respect towards the ideals of humanistic concerns enriched by a stance of objectivity. One of our primary goals is to prepare our graduates for the rapidly changing, complex social world they will enter following their college experience by proactively supporting their engagement with a global perspective. We seek to expose the dedicated learner to new technologies and varying cultures in addition to the full range of the sociological discipline itself. Success in our program enables our graduates to engender change and civility throughout their future career paths, and to do so confident in their preparation and cognizant of their goals. Whether our graduates choose paths that lead them to further their achievements in the academic world or elsewhere, our attention to their unique individuality throughout their time with us will prove their value to us as well as to our commitment to them.
Sociology is, basically, the scientific study of how groups work.
In today's world, the educated person must be more and more aware of the global nature of the world and, importantly, how to function well in that global arena. Sociology trains undergraduates to enter the global society and prepares them to be adaptable and creative in the rapidly changing world. Indeed, the sociology program at NSU includes the option for an applied concentration. This concentration includes a senior practicum, placing students in agencies, businesses, etc. during their senior year to demonstrate the application of sociological knowledge. Finally, students successfully completing their practicum and who are ready for graduation are also eligible for certification as Certified Sociological Practitioner as sanctioned by the American Academy of Professional Sociological Practitioners.