"Be willing to let professors teach you and mold you, and you will become a more confident, determined, and ambitious version of yourself."
Jennifer Moore | Junior, Political Science
"When you see the world from a sociological perspective, your whole view of the world will change."
Dywayne Thompson
"As a group of professionals with years of valuable work experience, the professors are perhaps the department's greatest asset."
Ken Sink | Social Work Major
"Knowing the ins and outs of research has opened a whole new area of learning for me. I had a lot of professors guide me throughout my journey, which I am truly grateful for."
Asia Hernton | Sociology Major
In this video, students and faculty within the Department of Social Sciences explain what the social sciences mean to them and why they're so excited about two previously separate departments coming together for a future full of opportunities...
Dr. Allison Foley featured on ASA Sociology in Action https://www.asanet.org/sociology-action-allison-foley
Fuel Your Interests
The Department of Social Sciences offers a variety of student activities tailored to your area of study, from subject-based clubs and honor societies, to study abroad, Model U.N., and more!
Participate in Internships
Whether you're choosing a major in Criminal Justice, Political Science, Sociology or Social Work, our students find internships and fieldwork opportunities of utmost value in gaining experience for their careers.
Earn a Master's in 5 Years
The accelerated Master of Public Administration degree option allows students majoring in Political Science or Criminal Justice the opportunity—if certain guidelines are met—to obtain both a bachelor's and master's degree within five years.
