Anthropology and Sociology are closely related social science disciplines that focus on the ways in which people live together under various social and cultural conditions. By exploring the multifaceted dimensions of human societies, we seek to understand human behavior, social interactions, cultural constructions and institutional structures in all their diversity. The study of Anthropology and Sociology can help you better understand the human experience and condition, both in our American lives and in the world-at-large.
The Department of Sociology & Anthropology at Wagner College offers a variety of programs of study
Major in Sociology (BA) with a concentration in of the following areas:
Academic Sociology
Criminal Justice
Family Studies / Social Work
Minor in Sociology
Major in Anthropology (BA)
Majors may study General Anthropology or concentrate in one of the following sub-fields:
Archaeology
Biological Anthropology
Cultural Anthropology
Medical Anthropology
Minor in Anthropology:
Minor in Cultural Competency for Allied Health
Dual Major in Sociology & Anthropology / Childhood Education (BA)
The Sociology & Anthropology component includes 11 units:
Sociology 103, 233, 301 and 303
Anthropology 101, 201, and one of the following: 234,
235, 236, 238 or 251
Sociolgy 343 or Anthropology 491
Political Science 207 or History 225
Two electives at the 200-level or above from among the other
courses offered in the department
Curriculum Summary for Students Declaring SOAN/Education in Fall 2010
Curriculum Summary for Students Declaring SOAN/Education Before Fall 2010
The Department of Sociology & Anthropology at Wagner College offers a variety of awards to recognizing the achievement of our students.
Anita Volland Anthropology Award is presented to the graduating senior Anthropology major who most exemplifies in his or her work the vision of anthropology practiced by founding department member Anita Volland, emphasizing the importance of the four fields, the centrality of the culture concept, and great intellectual curiosity.
C. Wright Mills Sociology Award is presented to the underclass student majoring in the Department of Sociology & Anthropology who has demonstrated outstanding academic potential and embodies the spirit of the sociological imagination.
Hertha Troll Meyer Memorial Award is endowed by the family and friends of Hertha Meyer and is presented annually to the graduating senior in the Department of Sociology & Anthropology who best exemplifies the ideals of scholarship and service.
Department Contacts:
Ms. Donna Toscano, Secretary
Location: Parker Hall Room 211
Office Phone: (718) 390-3253 | E-mail: dtoscano@wagner.edu
Ms. Cathy Del Priore, Part-Time Secretary
Location: Parker Hall Room 205
Office Phone: (718) 420-4521 I E-mail: cathy.delpriore@wagner.edu
