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Victor Thompson

Associate Professor, Department Chair

Fine Arts Building

vthompson [at] rider.edu

609-895-5463

Academic Focus: Sociology

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Enhance your understanding of society 

The Department of Sociology, Criminal Justice, and Social Work at Rider offers degrees in sociology and criminal justice and minors in social work and social justice through civic engagement. Collectively, our programs help you to understand society by studying institutions, social relationships and the structures that influence our daily interactions. 

Sociology is often referred to as the “queen” of the social sciences because it encompasses all the components of society – including the relations of society to the individual. It studies the economy, politics, crime, law, media, education, family and how these influence each other. In doing so, it offers its own unique disciplinary perspective on society and social life.

Discover more on the importance of studying sociology.

Our programs

  • Criminal Justice, B.A.
  • Social Work, B.S.W.
  • Sociology, B.A.
  • Criminal Justice (minor)
  • Sociology (minor)
  • Social Work (minor)
  • Social Justice through Civic Engagement (minor)
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Build your team

Our dedicated and driven faculty members don’t just hold advanced degrees and professional certifications, they bring their passion for sociology and specialized, real-world knowledge and experience into the classroom.

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Put it into practice

Broaden your education with opportunities that allow you to take your classroom knowledge to the next level. You’ll develop skills, gain innovative insight and make connections through our research, internship and other hands-on experiences.

Internships in Sociology and Criminology

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Network with professionals, connect with faculty advisors and meet fellow students who share your passion as part of our department’s professional student organizations.

  • Alpha Kappa Delta
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Where you'll go from here

Rider’s Department of Sociology, Criminal Justice, and Social Work provides excellent training for graduates to build their careers in a variety of fields or to pursue continuing education. Students develop critical and logical thinking, communication, writing and other highly transferable skills. Learn more about where our Broncs go following graduation.

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From learners to implementers

Our alumni inspire us every day, and the list keeps getting longer. See the exciting things these Broncs have done with their degrees.  

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Victor Thompson

Associate Professor, Department Chair

Fine Arts Building

vthompson [at] rider.edu

609-895-5463

Academic Focus: Sociology

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