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Department of Sociology and Anthropology
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Sociology and Anthropology

Prepare to live in a changing world. Prepare to change the world you live in.

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Beyond Illinois State

With a degree from our program, you can go anywhere and do anything.
Here's how we prepare you for success.

  • Gain Valuable Skills

    You'll leave our program with all the skills employers look for. You'll learn to think critically, solve problems, collaborate, and write.

  • Understand the Value of Diversity

    We prepare you to work in a global society. Sociology and Anthropology view the world's issues through a cross-cultural lens. This helps you see and appreciate perspectives from all kinds of people.

  • Participate in Experiential Learning

    Our internship and civic engagement opportunities connect your classroom experience to the real world. You'll work on important projects that make a major impact.

  • Focus on You

    Our small and diverse classes give you lots of individualized attention and let you concentrate on your passions.

Why Study Sociology and Anthropology at Illinois State?

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Alumni Spotlight

Dalton Stevens shares his gratitude for his time spent at ISU, as he would not be where he is today without the Department of Sociology and Anthropology!

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News and Events

See what's happening in Sociology and Anthropology.

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Dr. Georgiann Davis to give lecture on her new memoir “Five Star White Trash” October 22

Dr. Georgiann Davis (she/her), an associate professor of sociology at the University of New Mexico, will present a 45-minute lecture titled “Bearing Witness and Building Knowledge: Intersex Scholar Activism in Practice” on Thursday, October 22nd in 401 Stevenson Hall. This event is part of Queer Coalition‘s Queer Talks Lunch ‘n’ Learn series; it will feature 

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Department of Sociology and Anthropology faculty publications and presentations 2025-26
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Fall 2026 Sociology graduate program news and updates
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Sociology and Anthropology undergraduate advising news
Oct7

Open House for Prospective Sociology & Anthropology Majors

10/7/26 at 5:30 AMSchroeder Hall
Oct22

Queer Talks Lunch ‘n’ Learn with Dr. Georgiann Davis

10/22/26 at 12:00 PMStevenson Hall
Oct22

Sociology & Anthropology Alumni Guest Talk: “Carving Your Own Path Post-Grad” with Radiance Campbell, BS ’20 SOC

10/22/26 at 3:00 PMSchroeder Hall

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