Sociology

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James C. Davies, Chairperson
Department Telephone: (919) 530-6222
Office Telephone: (919) 530-7325
Fax: (919) 530-7610
E-mail: jdavies@nccu.edu

Robert Wortham, Graduate Coordinator
Office Telephone: (919) 530-6420
Fax: (919) 530-7610
E-mail: rwortham@nccu.edu

The sociology department offers an M. A. degree in sociology. Persons applying for admission to the program should hold a bachelor’s degree in sociology or a related discipline. Students with deficiencies in sociological theory, basic social statistics, or sociological research methods may be required to take additional courses. Our program prepares students to pursue doctoral studies, teach in community colleges, or work in various public and private agencies. All students must complete a thesis on a topic of their choosing. Sociology may also be selected for a second Master’s degree. Students choosing this option should have completed a Master’s program in another discipline, agree to complete 18 graduate hours in sociology, and write a thesis.

To effectively study society, graduate students must have a sound understanding of theory and research methods. These are the tools of the trade and hallmarks of our program. Moving beyond the basics, students are provided with opportunities to explore the dimensions of inequality, racial and cultural relations, aging, and the development of the discipline. The program features a seminar on the pioneering sociological work of W.E.B. Du Bois, and an applied course on The Teaching of Sociology which prepares students to teach introductory sociology courses in university, college, and community college settings. Smaller class sizes enhance classroom dialogue and promote the fostering of mentoring associations between faculty and students. Classes are offered at night, and a limited number of graduate assistantships are available each year.

Sociology Graduate Faculty

Davies, James C. (Professor and Chair)
H.T.C. Milton Margai Teachers’ College, Freetown, Sierra Leone
B.A. Saint Augustine’s College
M.A. North Carolina Central University
Ph.D. University of Oklahoma-Norman

Simpson, Miles E. (Professor)
B.A. Michigan State University
M.A. Michigan State University
Ph.D. Michigan State University

Wortham, Robert A. (Professor)
B.A. Elon College
M.T.S. Emory University
Ph.D. Emory University

Lamb, Vicki L. (Associate Professor).
B.A. Campbell University
M.S. Virginia Tech University
Ph.D. Duke University

Greene, Dana M. (Assistant Professor).
B.A. University of California at Davis
M.A. University of Michigan
Ph.D. University of Michigan

Conklin, George H. (Emeritus Professor)
A.B. Colgate University
Ph.D. University of Pennsylvania

Ssengonzi, Robert A. (Adjunct Assistant Professor)
B.A. Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda
M.A. Pennsylvania State University
Ph.D. Pennsylvania State University

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