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The Department of Sociology and Anthropology provides degree programs and opportunities for research and internships that cultivate curiosity, reflection, open dialogue and critical thinking and prepare students for careers in a variety of fields.

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Samadia Saquee, psychology and sociology with cultural anthropology emphasis, '17

"One thing I admire the most about UMKC is that there are such diverse groups of students. It’s awesome that every single day you have the chance of meeting someone from a different country than where you're from, and you’re able to interact with different cultures around campus."

Shannon Berry, sociology and criminal justice and criminology, '18

"I love the campus. The old buildings give it a unique look and it’s in a great area of Kansas City. I love all of the activities and volunteer opportunities here. I’ve been introduced to soup kitchens and Operation Breakthrough, among others."

Shaunika Leonzon, sociology, '16

"I spoke with some professors in sociology, and, based on my interests, they encouraged me to consider it as a career. My lifelong goals are to work for the U. S. government as an FBI agent or in criminology. I want a stable family life and good career."

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School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Department of Sociology and Anthropology

Department of Sociology and Anthropology

Sociology and Anthropology

Get help paying for college

Explore our degree programs

Talk to a faculty mentor

Find internships

Meet Our Alumni

Samadia Saquee, psychology and sociology with cultural anthropology emphasis, '17

Shannon Berry, sociology and criminal justice and criminology, '18

Shaunika Leonzon, sociology, '16

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Department of Sociology and Anthropology

Sociology and Anthropology

Get help paying for college

Explore our degree programs

Talk to a faculty mentor

Find internships

Meet Our Alumni

Samadia Saquee, psychology and sociology with cultural anthropology emphasis, '17

Shannon Berry, sociology and criminal justice and criminology, '18

Shaunika Leonzon, sociology, '16

SHSS News

Three UMKC Students Win Grants to Study Abroad

Freedom Riders Come to UMKC

More Study-Abroad Grants Going to Financial-Need UMKC Students

School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Department of Sociology and Anthropology