SOA Faculty presented at the annual meeting of the American Anthropological Association in Washington D.C., Nov. 29 – Dec. 3, 2017. SOA faculty members Sharon Graf and Lynn Fisher presented papers at the annual AAA meeting. Dr. Graf discussed her new research on tourism and cultural performance in Polynesia, and Dr. Fisher spoke as part of a panel on teaching about “race” in the anthropology curriculum.
SOA faculty member Tiffani Saunders received the Star Staff / Faculty award at the 10th Annual Good as Gold Volunteer Awards Ceremony, April 23,
Many SOA students take advantage of the UIS Applied Study Term and Experiential Learning programs—these internships for credit offer a chance to get work experience and apply insights from classwork. SOA majors have been interns for many state agencies, educational institutions, non-profits, and other workplaces in the Springfield area.
To learn more, talk to your advisor or go to the office of Internships and Prior Learning.
One of the greatest advantages of majoring in SOA is the opportunity to do research in your field and to develop and practice research and analytical thinking skills that are vital to many 21st century career paths. UIS students in the SOA program have worked on independent and collaborative projects in archaeology, anthropology, and sociology both locally and abroad.
There are many ways that students can get involved in Sociology/Anthropology!
All matters concerning the SOA curriculum, student requirements, faculty members’ promotion and tenure decisions, and allocation of the budget are based on decisions of the SOA Program Committee, composed of the faculty and a student representative. The student representative, elected early in the fall semester of each year, participates with faculty in program decisions.
UIS graduates with the SOA B.A. degree are employed in a wide range of careers in business, government, teaching, public service organizations, and research. Research careers in the disciplines of sociology or anthropology usually require advanced degrees at the M.A. or Ph.D. level.
Past SOA majors have gone on to graduate schools all around the nation and have received M.A.s or Ph.D.s in sociology, anthropology, and in a variety of other fields.
Past graduates are pursuing careers in diverse fields including education, business, museums, research, law, and many others. Links below highlight news articles about our students and graduates.
Unlock the World of Society: A Sociology Minor with Impact
Delve into the complexities of human behavior, social structures, and the forces shaping our world with our Sociology minor. Explore the fascinating realm of sociology and gain insights into the dynamics of societies and cultures.
The Anthropology minor can be completed online or on-ground. It is an excellent option for students in any major who want to explore cultural diversity and develop skills in communication across cultures. Whatever your intended career, an anthropology minor can help you learn to understand issues in cultural context, from law, business, or health fields to teaching, history, social work, and more.