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Welcome to the Sociology and Interdisciplinary Social Sciences (SISS) Department.

We are home to Sociology, Native American and Indigenous Studies, Asian American Studies, and Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies. YOU are welcome here.

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Whether you're thinking of becoming a Sociology or Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (WGSS) major, or minoring in Asian American Studies (AAS) or WGSS, you're halfway to your degree and wondering what classes you need, or you're about to graduate, don't wait to get the support you need! We encourage all students to see an advisor early, and often.

Find an Advisor

Apply for Graduation

Students must apply for graduation no later than the add deadline of the term in which they wish to graduate.

SISS Handouts and Forms

Find any form you may need on our Forms Page.

Sign up for SOCI 181B Capstone

Need a permission code for SOCI 181B- Capstone next semester? Start Here!

Student Resources

Make the most of your time at SJSU. Check out resources and ways to get involved!

Choosing a Sociology Major

Browse through different Sociology Roadmaps

SISS Website

Broken link? Can't find what you're looking for? Please contact us at sociology@sjsu.edu if you have any suggestions on how this website can be improved.