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Sociology (B.A./B.S.)
Earn a  Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science with a major in sociology, sociology with an emphasis in social welfare, or criminal justice
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Criminal Justice (B.A./B.S.)
While earning their bachelor's, students majoring in criminal justice have the chance to earn departmental honors.
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Diversity Studies (Certificate)
Old Dominion University offers a Certificate in Diversity Studies .This interdisciplinary program offers a focus on diversity and addresses relationships between majority and minority groups throughout multiple societies around the globe. Class, social structures, cultural differences and related topics will be explored, along with ways to promote understanding and acceptance among those who differ in race, religion, culture, ethnicity, or other characteristics.
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Internships

Designed to help students enhance their personal and professional development through on the job training. This course offers students an opportunity to integrate classroom theory and knowledge with the practices of the criminal justice system and social services agency.

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Departmental Honors

This program is designed to provide undergraduate students who are excelling in their studies an opportunity for more advanced studies in their major field including the opportunity to work independently with department faculty.

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Student Spotlight

Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice Undergraduate S

Ashley Fudala accepting the outstanding undergraduate student in sociology award. Congatulations Ashley!

Ashley is pictured with Department of Sociology & Criminal Justice Chair Mona Danner and Professor Dana Heller.

2026 Outstanding Student Award Recipients

Jordan Narcisse is with Dr. Allison Chappell accepting a 2026 Outstanding Student Award for Sociology as well.

Mariam Jafari-Nassali accepting a 2026 Outstanding Student Award for Sociology.  She is pictured with Dr. Allison Chappell.

Caroline Peabody is pictured here accepting a 2026 Outstanding Award.  Caroline majored in both Sociology and Criminal Justice.  Dr. Ruth Triplett, chair of the Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice, stands with her.

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Jordan Narcisse is with Dr. Allison Chappell accepting a 2026 Outstanding Student Award for Sociology as well.

Mariam Jafari-Nassali accepting a 2026 Outstanding Student Award for Sociology.  She is pictured with Dr. Allison Chappell.

Caroline Peabody is pictured here accepting a 2026 Outstanding Award.  Caroline majored in both Sociology and Criminal Justice.  Dr. Ruth Triplett, chair of the Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice, stands with her.