Growing understanding in order to make change

The sociology minor at Trinity explores the nature of humans, relationships, and institutions. Using a Christian perspective, students develop a critical awareness of diverse relations, patterns, and social structures—and the proper response to social issues. Students graduate on fire to make a difference in the world.

In this program, you’ll learn about social problems, change, human rights, criminology, social justice, politics, and more. Understanding these concepts is crucial for working in today’s increasingly diverse world.

Our extensive course structure prepares you for jobs across a wide variety of fields. A sociology degree from Trinity Christian College can land you a rewarding career in social and community services, business, health or government services, public relations, law, or teaching, among other professions. And our campus is located near Chicago, which provides students access to the city’s numerous social and cultural opportunities.

If you’re ready to explore the field of sociology at Trinity Christian College, reach out to us today to schedule a college visit.

Department Chair

Dr. Dennis M. Connelly

Associate Professor of Criminal Justice; Criminal Justice Program Coordinator; Department Chair
Phone: 708.293.4564    Email: dennis.connelly@trnty.edu

A former Chicago police officer, Connelly has taken his 12 years of experiences in the field of justice and transformed them into lessons for his students in the criminal justice program. Connelly has held positions from deputy sheriff to correctional officer to patrol sergeant to gang sergeant, and after sustaining an injury that ended his law enforcement career, Connelly headed back to the classroom as a professor.