Voices of SEU: Songwon Oh, '19
Songwon Oh, '19, was a junior in high school when she became legally blind. After
suffering unexpected retinal detachment in both of her eyes, Oh's sight was irreparably
damaged.
"There are so many negative perceptions about people with disabilities. Sometimes
society deems us incapable and incompetent," says Oh. "But people with disabilities
are just human beings who have a different way of navigating our world. That doesn't
mean we aren't capable of accomplishing anything we want in life."
Inspired by the support and assistance she received immediately after losing her sight,
Oh decided to pursue a degree in sociology from Saint Elizabeth University.
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The Sociology Program offers a B.A. in Sociology, a minor in Sociology and a concentration in Social Work. The program teaches technical knowledge and skills as well as the theory guiding the sociological imagination. Students work with diverse groups of people through internships, service learning, and field trips, preparing each student to better understand society, social behavior, and the forces of societal change operating around us. Based in the liberal arts tradition, our students are also versed in the literature and ethical guidelines of the field.
Undergraduate
- Small classes with dedicated and experienced faculty who have real world experience
- Capstone project gives each student the chance to present original work and build a portfolio
- Internship opportunities with DYFS, Morris County Prosecutor’s Office, the Alzheimer's Association
Anne Langan, Ph.D.
Chairperson
Professor
(973) 290-4155
alangan@steu.edu
Santa Maria Hall 14
James Rogers
Academic Program Coordinator
(973) 290-4284
jrogers03@steu.edu
Santa Maria Hall 1st Floor 10H
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Sociology
Anne Langan, Ph.D.
Chairperson
Santa Maria Hall 14
Phone: (973) 290-4155
alangan@steu.edu