• Winter Weather Updates

    Remote Instruction Continues  – Thursday-Friday, Jan. 29-30

    Remote instruction will continue on Thursday and Friday for Hickory and Asheville locations.

    This decision reflects our ongoing priority to support the safety of our community as weather conditions evolve across the region. By making a decision about Friday now, we aim to provide clarity and allow everyone to plan accordingly.

    Important reminders:

    • Faculty: Continue to communicate directly with students regarding course expectations.

    • Staff: Remain in contact with your supervisors regarding work arrangements.

    We appreciate everyone’s flexibility and care for one another as we navigate these conditions together.

    We will continue to monitor the forecast and will communicate any additional updates as needed.

    Storm Updates

Sociology Minor


Our minor allows you to examine social issues in the light of justice, morality and in the Lutheran tradition.

As a sociology student, you will learn how societies work and the ways in which they do not. You will examine cultural dynamics, norms, organizations, structures, values and other influences that make up our civilizations.

Our minor in sociology is flexible, allowing you to tailor your classes to your areas of interest. Whether it be exploring family relationships and social class, or aging, health care and illness, our curriculum allows you to build a minor which best complements your major area of study.

A minor in Sociology requires 18 hours consisting of the following: