Sociology
Sociology provides an in-depth perspective of real-world social issues like diversity , health , globalization , environmental change , crime , and gender and sexuality . Faculty teach courses and perform research on topics such as social demography , internal and international migration , carbon-dioxide emissions , the experience of Latinos , social and cultural contexts of gendered family institutions , partner violence , and women ’ s health . Students are provided a strong foundation in sociological theory that enables them to think analytically and communicate clearly . Sociology also provides a number of internships across the community including the Salt Lake City Mayor ’ s Office , the Juvenile Peer Court Program , the Salt Lake Area Domestic Violence Coalition , the YWCA , the Road Home , the Children ’ s Center , and New Roots Farmers Market .
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