Welcome to Sociology
The Department of Sociology is committed to creating a supportive environment for student centered learning and achievement. Our students are exposed to all aspects of sociology and acquire sociological perspectives and the techniques for studying society. They learn to critically examine the value assumptions of our institutions and social practices, including the values and practices of our discipline itself. This reflexive stance is an essential element of sociological understanding. Our students will learn how sociology has been used to solve problems for clients, foundations, agencies, and the community, and has contributed to social policy formulation and policy analysis. They will learn how sociologists engage in dialog and engagement with different publics in the civil society. Through their education, our students will understand that sociology and civil society are interdependent, both flourishing in an open and democratic discourse on the issues and crises of modernity.
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Announcements
Kicking Off the Fall Semester - Sociology Welcome Event
On Monday, September 22nd at 11:00 am at Sierra Hall 451 come meet the Sociology faculty, staff, advisor, and Sociology Club and learn about your resources — all while exploring and having fun!
5 lucky winners will score an exclusive CSUN Sociology Swag Bag! Each bag includes a lanyard, water bottle, sticker, string bag, AND a T-shirt!
RSVP link coming soon! Check back here soon.
Apply to the CSUN Sociology Master’s Program for Spring 2026 by October 15th!
Join a diverse community of critical thinkers, researchers, and changemakers. Our graduates go onto careers as: research & data analyst, program evaluators, non-profit program directors, community college faculty, consumer/marketing researchers, project manager, and diversity, equity, & inclusion specialist. The Master's program also prepares you for Ph.D. programs.
Apply to the CSUN Sociology Master’s Program for Spring 2026 by Wednesday, October 15th!
For questions, please contact the Graduate Coordinator, Dr. McDonald at:
lauren.mcdonald@csun.edu
Immigration Information & Services Resource Hub
We are committed to ensuring that every CSUN community member, regardless of immigration status, has the opportunity to thrive academically, personally and professionally. This website highlights critical information and immigration resources.
Please visit the Immigration Information & Services Resource Hub to learn more and find resources that include the following:
DREAM Center (located in the USU)
2025 Undergraduate & Graduate Sociology Award Recipients
The Sociology Department is happy to announce the winners of the 2025 Sociology Awards. Please visit the 2025 Undergraduate & Graduate Sociology Award Recipients.
Congratulations to all the 2025 undergraduate and graduate Sociology award winners! We look forward to celebrating your accomplishments at the Sociology's Honor's Reception in May!
Student Fire Assistance Resources
As our community is reeling from the impact of the ongoing wildfires, we want to share resources to help during this difficult time. Please visit the Student Support Resources to see details about resources like: MataCare Emergency Fund, Basic Needs Emergency Housing Fund , CSUN with a Heart, University Counseling Services, and Device Loaner Program.
Stay advised through the CSUN homepage, including the CSUN Advisory.
Visit Fire-Related Information and Resources for additional emergency and external resources.
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Calling For Student Presentation Submissions for the 'Transformative Sociology Conference' at CSUN
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Sociology Magazine, La Sociologia de CSUN – Fall 2024
The volume two of the sociological magazine, La Sociologia de CSUN: A Spotlight on Student Sociologists, is h...
American Sociological Association Resolution for Justice in Palestine
Results of an April 2024 vote were released in May 2024 in which ASA members passed a resolution calling “f...
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Department Chair
Dr. Karen Morgaine
321 Santa Susana Hall
18111 Nordhoff St.
Northridge, CA 91330-8318
- Phone: (818) 677-3591
Department Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm
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