Special Opportunities

The study of sociology cannot be contained within a classroom’s four walls. Whether it’s researching a global issue like poverty and war, or building one-on-one relationships at the community level, the applications of sociology are sometimes best understood through first-hand exploration.

As a Michigan Sociology student, you’ll have the opportunity to add a real world perspective to your classroom studies by participating in field study work through our Project Community program, conducting undergraduate research , independent study and pursuing internship experiences. For qualified students who wish to tackle a highly rigorous course of study and complete a thesis, Michigan offers an undergraduate honors program.

Every year the department hosts a reception for our graduating sociology concentrators. The reception is held on the Friday of graduation weekend from 2-4pm. Graduating seniors and their families receive more detailed information about the event in mid-March. The program includes words from the department chair, undergraduate director and honors coordinator. One sociology concentrator is chosen to give a brief speech at the reception as well. Check out the photos from last year's event.