FHSU Sociology Program

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FHSU Sociology Program

Study, understand, and improve society, one class at a time. Sociology is the study of social life and the social causes and consequences of human behavior.

The challenges we face today - changing family structures, cultural diversity, community development, globalization, urbanization, social inequality, terrorism, environmental change, migration – provide students like you with fantastic opportunities. A sociology degree develops strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and prepares you for a variety of rewarding careers where you can ma

ke a lasting impact on the lives of others. The department offers a Bachelor of Science (BS) or Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Sociology, an addictions counseling track options inside either the BS or BA, and many certificate opportunities. Our curriculum allows each student to craft a program of study - providing the theoretical knowledge and applied experiences applicable to both the workplace and advanced academic pursuits. It is a broad, sturdy degree that has prepared students for success in a wide array of graduate degree programs. Our programs are available on-campus and online.

08/27/2026

Sweet times and even sweeter vibes! 🍦✨ Loved hanging out and grabbing ice cream with everyone!

08/26/2026

What a great way to kick off the fall semester!

Thank you to everyone who stopped by the Ice Cream Social this week! It was so nice to see students and faculty come together to enjoy some ice cream and take time to connect at the beginning of a busy semester.

Keep an eye out on our page for upcoming opportunities to get involved, meet new people, and enjoy some time outside of the classroom!

08/24/2026

We're back in action! The Sociology Club is officially back on campus and diving into an exciting new semester of events, projects, and discussions! Whether you're a Sociology major or are just interested in learning more, new members are welcome anytime!

Mark down these dates in your planner, bring a friend, and join us!

🗓 August 25, Rarick Hall 120, 4:30 PM
Fall Art Walk Prep Party

🗓 September 8, Tebo Library 016, 4:30 PM
Game Night!

🗓 September 24, Rarick Hall 120, 4:30 PM
Social Map of Campus

🗓 October 8, Rarick Hall 120, 4:30 PM
Spooky Sociology

Have questions? Contact the FHSU Sociology Club President, Lauren Franks, at [email protected]!

08/20/2026

Our Sociology faculty don't just study community, they actively help build and care for it!

We're deeply appreciative of Dr. Kate McGonigal's leadership in the local grief support group, Healing Hearts, which offers strength and support to those navigating life's most difficult moments.

At tonight's meeting from 6:30 PM to 8 PM in the Schmidt Community Center, 2510 Canterbury Drive, Anniston Weber from Options Domestic and Sexual Violence Services will speak to the group about recognizing signs of domestic violence, supporting victims (including older adults), and finding local resources.

All community members are invited. Follow Healing Hearts on Facebook to stay updated on future meetings.

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08/19/2026

Here's the scoop!

Things are about to get sweet! Join us for an ice cream social next week, Monday, August 24, in the Rarick Hall Foundry, where we'll be dishing up free ice cream, topped to your heart's desire!

Drop in anytime between 6-7 pm to pile on the sprinkles and take a much-needed break from studying.

See you there! 🍨🍦

08/18/2026

A huge thanks to everyone who stopped by the Sociology and Sociology Club tables!

We had such a blast testing everyone's knowledge with Sociology trivia! Whether you came by to grab a shirt, learn more about sociology, or sign up for information about the Sociology Club, we were happy to see so many of you on the Quad!

In case you'd like get involved, the Sociology Club's first meeting is coming up this Thursday, August 20, at 4:30 PM in Rarick Hall 120. All majors are encouraged and welcome to join, so bring a friend this Thursday! You can stay in the loop with all their upcoming events by following the club on TigerLink.

We can't wait to see you all soon at other upcoming events!
https://tigerlink.fhsu.edu/organization/sociologyclub

08/17/2026

Ready for the new semester, Tigers? Drop by the Back-to-School Picnic today at 4:30 PM to play trivia, meet our faculty, and walk away with some awesome Sociology swag!

Come hang out and get yours before its gone!

08/14/2026

Join the Sociology Program and Sociology Club at the FHSU Back-to-School Picnic on Monday, August 17, from 4:30 PM-6:30 PM in the FHSU Quad! Whether you're already a Sociology major taking a class this semester, or just curious about what we do, drop by our table to hang out, play trivia, meet our team, and score some awesome free gear!

Here's what you can grab!
-Sociology t-shirts
-Drawstring bags
-Lanyards
-Phone charging cables (you'll thank us later!)
-Custom stickers for your laptop or water bottle

Our Sociology Club will be right next to our table to tell you more about how the club can enhance your experience at FHSU, provide opportunities to present original research-- plus, they'll have custom Sociology Club stickers on hand, too!

We can't wait to see you there for the start of another amazing semester! Welcome back, Tigers!

08/13/2026

It takes a whole community to pull off move-in day, and our Sociology team was thrilled to be a part of it! Huge shoutout to one of our majors, River, for helping us show our newest students what FHSU is all about!

Welcome back, Tigers! We're glad to have you home!

07/29/2026

Did someone hit fast-forward on summer?

We can't believe Welcome Weekend is already almost here! While the break was nice, the Quad has definitely felt a little too quiet without our students, and we can't wait to welcome you back to campus. New to Sociology at FHSU? We'd love to chat! Stop by our table at the Back to School picnic to learn about our classes and see how studying society gives you a whole new way of looking at the world!

There are so many activities happening during Welcome Weekend that it can be a bit overwhelming, but we're here to help you every step of the way! If you have any questions, call our office at 785-628-5840, and we'll point you in the right direction!

We can't wait to see you all again soon!

Address

Rarick Hall 145, 600 Park Street
Hays, KS
67601

Website

http://www.fhsu.edu/sociology/

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