Sociology

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What is Sociology?

Sociology focuses on the role of social organization in human interactions, societal structure and the dynamics of social life using both applied and conceptual methods. Ethnic Studies offers a critical and interdisciplinary approach to the study of various ethnic groups within our nation highlighting the history, literature, and perspectives of various ethnic groups. All of our degrees and majors aim to create a more just society by preparing our students to engage as adept critical thinkers and global citizens.

Learn more at: This is Sociology

The site includes information about the discipline, the skills and careers sociologists can have, videos on professional development, and how to become a sociologist. The site is a part of the American Sociological Association.

Sociology at LAVC

At LAVC, a wide variety of courses are offered in Sociology for both general education credit and for satisfying lower division transfer requirements. Most courses are UC and CSU transferable and an AA degree in Sociology may be earned. For more information, see the College Catalog.

Contact
Chairperson Keidra Morris
Phone (818) 947-2486
Email @email
Office Location BSC 111D
Office Hours Email for availability
Department Sociology & Ethnic Studies
Pathway Social and Behavioral Sciences

Degree

The Sociology Department at Los Angeles Valley College aims to provide a variety of courses, giving students a holistic approach to the field. Students investigate the structure of groups, organizations, and societies and how people interact within these contexts.

Associate of Arts for Transfer (AA-T) in Sociology is designed to prepare students for a seamless transfer into the CSU system to complete a baccalaureate degree in Sociology. The AA-T also satisfies the UC Transfer Pathway.

Sociology AA-T

Sociology Club

The LAVC Sociology Club is a non-chartered, student driven collective endorsed by the Sociology Department of Los Angeles Valley College. Currently, the faculty advisor is Laura Scott. The goal of Sociology Club is to foster a space for students to discuss current events, create community, and engage with the world through various campus events.

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Faculty

Sociology Faculty

Ian Breckenridge-Jackson, Ph.D.	Email: breckeim@dos5.net Phone: 818-947-2812 Office: BSC 111A
AnneMarie Hassan, Ph.D.	Email: @email Phone: 818-947-2814 Office: BSC 111B
Sally Raskoff, Ph.D.	Email: @email Phone: 818-947-7256 Office: LARC 200
Laura Scott, M.A.	Email: @email Phone: 818-947-2330 Office: BSC 111B
Darby Southgate, Ph.D.	Email: southgde@dos5.net Phone: 818-947-2527 Office: FL 119A

Adjunct Sociology Faculty

Click below for a list of adjunct faculty. For a complete list of LAVC faculty search the LAVC Directory.

Name	Contact
Michelle Fowles, M.A.	@email
Emal Gerami, M.A.	@email
Erika Holiday, M.A.	@email
Leslie Labertew, M.A.	@email
Steven Sherwood, Ph.D.	@email
Alyssa Stenberg, M.A.	@email
Tremaine Truitt, M.A.	@email
Jesse Valadez, M.A.	@email

Faculty Profiles

Click below to learn about the Sociology faculty.

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PhD, MA in Sociology, UC-Riverside
Teaches Introduction to Sociology, American Social Problems, Sociological Analysis, Race and Ethnic Relations, Human Sexuality, Sociology of Gender, Popular Culture
Interested in race, class, and gender inequality; social movements and social change; volunteerism and civic engagement; media and popular culture; political sociology
Role in department: Program Effectiveness and Planning Committee (PEPC) Chair
Fun Fact - When I was in high school, my grandfather was a track and field coach at LAVC and he taught me how to drive in the parking lot on campus.

PhD, MA in Sociology, The Graduate Center-City University of New York
- Certification in Geographic Information Systems, Penn State University
Teaches Introduction to Sociology, American Social Problems, Race and Ethnic Relations, Human Sexuality, The Labor Movement
Interested in class dynamics, race, masculinity, sexuality, labor movements, privacy rights
Role in department: Club Co-Advisor
Fun Fact - Fun is overrated.

Faculty Profiles

Click below to learn about the Sociology adjunct faculty.

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MA in Sociology, Cal State Fullerton
Teaches Introduction to Sociology; Marriage and Family Life; Race and Ethnic Relations; Human Sexuality; Crime and Delinquency; Directed Practice in Social Welfare; Introduction to Social Services; American Social Problems
Interested in Gender/Sexualities; Race and Ethnic Relations; Qualitative Research Epistemologies; Food Studies; Social Welfare
Fun Fact - When I am not teaching you can find me in the kitchen making everything from my own salsa all the way to chocolate chip cookies!