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Department of Sociology, Anthropology and Social Work
Our department’s majors explore some of today’s most consequential social issues, examining such topics as the causes of social justice, social inequality, the social factors that influence human behavior, and the diversity of cultural practices.
In addition to bachelors’ degrees in Sociology and Social Work, AUM offers minors in Social Work, Sociology, Anthropology, and Child Advocacy Studies.
The Sociology major offers concentrations in Anthropology, Marriage and Family, and pre-Social Work. These options allow students to design their degree to best fit their educational and career goals. Students learn from faculty that specialize in sociology of families, religion, and education, as well as urban sociology, anthropology, archaeology, and social work. Internships, field practicums, archaeological fieldwork, and other experiential learning opportunities prepare students for their future careers by allowing them to take the knowledge and skills they learn in the classroom and apply it to directly to the community.
Our degree plans prepare you for a variety of career paths, including non-profit work, social work, local, state, and federal agencies, museums, the law, and many other areas. University- and department-level scholarships may be available.
College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences
The College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences offers students a traditional liberal arts education to meet the needs of the 21st century, allowing them to compete for a variety of careers in an increasingly complex and evolving world.
Undergraduate Degree Programs
Anthropology
Sociology
General Sociology
Sociology
Marriage and Family
Sociology
Pre-Social Work
Sociology
Social Work
Minors
Many students choose a minor in sociology, child advocacy studies or anthropology to enhance their educational experience in the social sciences.
A broad minor focusing toward the four-field approach to the study of anthropology. For more information, please contact Dr. Kimberly Pyszka at [email protected] or (334) 244-3637.
This minor will prepare pre-professionals and practitioners to respond to child maltreatment in an ethical and culturally sensitive manner. For more information, please contact Ms. Gina Allen at [email protected] or 334-394-5484.
A broad minor focusing on the various aspects of society’s culture and social life. For more information, please contact Dr. David Feltmate at [email protected] or (334) 244-3391.
Our social work minor focuses on social services with vulnerable populations. It allows students interested in social services to supplement a wide variety of majors. Contact Dr. Suzie Cashwell, Ms. Gina Allen, or check with your academic advisor.
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Through its various departments, the AUM College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences offers a variety of resources to give students the necessary knowledge and skills to be profoundly competitive. Join us and apply to AUM, where learning matters most. It’s why we learn-and why we teach.
Faculty & Staff

Kimberly Pyszka
Department Chair; Associate Professor of Anthropology

Kimberly Pyszka
Department Chair; Associate Professor of Anthropology | College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences


Kim Brackett
Associate Dean; Professor | College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

Gina Allen
Director of Field Education; Clinical Assistant Professor

Gina Allen
Director of Field Education; Clinical Assistant Professor | College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

Susan Cashwell
Associate Professor; Social Work Program Director

Susan Cashwell
Associate Professor; Social Work Program Director | College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences


David Feltmate
Professor | College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences


Megan LeBlanc
NAGPRA Coordinator | College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences


Brett Lehman
Associate Professor | College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences


LisaMarie Malischke
Assistant Professor | College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences


Mariah Moran
Assistant Professor | College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences


Kashera Guy Robinson
Associate Clinical Professor | College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences


Lacey Sloan
Associate Professor | College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences


Linda Stuart
Administrative Associate | College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences


Amber Sutton
Assistant Professor | College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

