As Sociology faculty members, we are enthusiastic about the value of Sociology as a discipline and the perspective it offers on the world. We each have different specialty areas within Sociology, ranging from global issues (such as international politics) to the concerns of everyday life (family, gender, racism, aging, crime, etc.). Our department is made up of three of us (listed below). The three of us are available for advising, consultation, or casual interaction. Modest group size is an advantage in getting to know each other.

We are proud of Augustana's mission both within and outside of the classroom, and of the quality education we offer as a challenge to students as they frame goals for themselves and their futures.

Sociology Faculty Members:

Dr. William J. Swart (Personal Web Page)
Associate Professor
Chair of the Department
B.A., Northwestern College
M.A., Marquette University
Ph.D., University of Kansas
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Dr. Glenda Sehested (Personal Web Page)
Associate Professor of Sociology
B.A., Baylor University
M.A., University of Iowa
Ph.D., University of Colorado
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Dr. Susan L. Schrader (Personal Web Page)
Professor,
Coordinator of the Gerontology Minor
B.A., St. Olaf College
M.S., Indiana University
Ph.D., University of Minnesota
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Recently Departed Sociology Faculty Members:

Dr. Martin Brokenleg
Native American Studies Program website
Dr. Brokenleg retired from Augustana May 2004.
Dr. Brokenleg is currently Director of Native Ministries and
Professor of First Nations Theology at the Vancouver School of Theology.
B.A., South Dakota State University
M.Div., Episcopal Theological School
Ed.D., University of South Dakota
Mailing Address:
The Rev. Dr. Martin Brokenleg, OSB Cn.
Director of Native Ministries and
Professor of First Nations Theology
Vancouver School of Theology
6000 Iona Road
Vancouver, BC V6T 1L4
Canada
Phone: 604-822-9480
Email:

Dr. Tom Houle
Dr. Houle is Professor Emeritus of Social Work at Augustana College.
B.A., University of Minnesota
M.S.W., University of Nebraska
Ed.D., University of South Dakota
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Dr. Harriet E. Scott
Dr. Scott is Professor Emeritus of Social Work at Augustana College.
B.A., Augustana College, Sioux Falls
M.A., School of Social Service Administration, University of Chicago
Ph.D., South Dakota State University
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