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Skip to main content Search Search USU USU Home A-Z Index MyUSU Directory Toggle navigation Sociology Social Work Anthropology Criminal Justice Native American Studies Assessment Giving Employees Sociology Sociology is the study of the human individual and human groups. It offers a broad foundation for understanding human behavior and encourages the development of critical thinking. Sociologists often collect survey information and perform research for lawmakers, administrators, and educators, to provide advice on drug treatment programs, demographics, zoning changes, and aid to the poor. The growing awareness of the value of sociological perspectives for problem-solving continues to provide an increasing range of opportunities for employment in a variety of work settings. Learn more about sociology Social Work Social work is a career for individuals who desire to improve lives and the world we live in. The program seeks to instill in its graduates a deep commitment to the profession’s traditional concerns with social justice and social welfare. It recognizes the historic importance of social welfare in re-balancing the country’s economic and social structure. The program is committed to the resolution of contemporary human social problems, such as poverty, racism, discrimination, and economic injustice. Our faculty members contribute to the betterment of society through their teaching, research, service and practice activities. Learn more about social work  Anthropology Anthropology is the study of all cultures across time and space. Through comparative studies, anthropologists determine how people of the world are similar and different. They explore issues such as health care, human rights, law, industry, development, global population and more. The possibilities for those with a degree in Anthropology are almost endless, and our Anthropology Program offers three ways to study cultural variation among humans through Archaeology, Biological Anthropology and Cultural Anthropology. Learn more about anthropology  SSWA Department News   More News View All News -- Contact Info 0730 Old Main Hill Logan UT 84322-0730 Tel: 435-797-2504 Fax 435-797-1240 Advising The Advising Center office is located in Old Main 106. Appointments can be made by calling 797-3883 or making an appointment online at Advising.usu.edu Admissions How do I apply to Utah State University? Click Apply Now ! © Utah State University Privacy Safety Accessibility Non-discrimination Website Feedback Admin...