Institution name

Saint Joseph's University

Total number of students

7700

Contact address for international enquiries

5600 City Avenue
PHILADELPHIA 19716

Telephone

+1 610 660 1101

Venue / office name

College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Sociology

PHILADELPHIA
Pennsylvania
19131

Venue description

This Department of sociology has three main objectives for sociology majors. To a lesser extent, these objectives also apply to students who minor in sociology. The first of these is that students who successfully complete the sociology program will be able to apply a scientific approach to groups and institutions surrounding them, and, in addition, will be able to link this scientific approach to a humanistic understanding of pressing social problems. The second objective is to assist sociology majors to lay a broad and solid foundation for pursuing a career in a wide number of possible fields. Such a foundation enhances occupational flexibility required by a changing and unpredictable labor market. Finally, the department aims to foster critical thinking and aid students in developing their oral and written communications skills

Telephone number

+1 610 660 1000

Is accommodation available at this venue?

Yes

Accommodation details

Saint Joseph's University offers its resident students four types of living accommodations; Residence centers, Townhouses, Houses, and Apartment Units. All settings allow residents from different backgrounds, classes and majors to live together throughout their stay at the University. Hall members can eat together, form athletic teams, and engage in social activities and share ideas and experiences. Living in residence is, in itself, an education, for the experience raises questions and discussions about social and moral values. All the Residence Hall, University Apartments and the campus houses are wired for Internet, cable and telephone and have access to the University computer network, the halls are equipped with laundry rooms, vending machines, study rooms and lounge areas. Individual rooms are furnished with a bed, desk, dresser and closet space for each occupant. The apartments are furnished with living room and kitchen furniture as well as bedroom furniture; all residential areas have their own laundry facilities that are equipped with both modern and efficient washers and dryers. Some residence halls and apartments are air-conditioned with either central air conditioning or window units. In buildings that are not equipped with air conditioning students may not install room air conditioning units. The university’s Off-Campus Housing office helps students find housing near the main campus and will provide support that fosters a positive off-campus living experience.