Social Welfare and Justice
The Social Welfare & Justice major is a multidisciplinary
major within the Department of Social and Cultural Sciences that looks at justice from anthropology, criminal
justice and law, sociology and social work perspectives. The SOWJ major is flexible, allowing students to tailor it to their
specific interests. Students may choose a general major in social
welfare and justice or they may concentrate in one
of two areas: pre-masters in social work or
victim services. Students can also minor in
SOWJ or combine the SOWJ major with a major in sociology
or criminal justice and law. Students interested in a psychology
major can also count psychology statistics and research courses
toward the SOWJ major.
Pre-MSW Concentration
This concentration
provides students with the knowledge and skills needed
to pursue graduate study leading to the masters in social work
(MSW) or a masters in related graduate studies. It
also provides students with the knowledge and skills needed for entry-level positions in social
or human service agencies.
Victim Services Concentration
This concentration
provides students with a fundamental understanding
of the issues and concerns of crime victims, as well as knowledge about
laws, policies and practices that impact crime victims. Graduates
will also possess the practical skills needed to
assist and advocate for crime victims.
SOWJ Required Courses, Electives, and Approved
Substitutes/Equivalents
