Social Sciences

Social Sciences is the study of making, enforcing, and adjudicating the policies that shape the lives of citizens and the behavior of nations.

Our mission is to prepare our students to be aware of the diverse elements of political science as a discipline, to think critically, to communicate effectively, and to empower them to engage meaningfully in the discipline and as citizens in the political world.

Why Choose Social Sciences?

Social Sciences plays a powerful part of life in every society. Learning how politics works is both fascinating and important: if we fail to understand and engage with the political processes that shape our lives, then we forfeit that power to those who will use it for their own ends.  Political Science prepares students to be better citizens and participants in this vital process.

What Can You Learn from Social Sciences?

Social Sciences majors develop a broad understanding of politics, develop more specialized understanding of some of the sub-fields in the discipline, and develop analytical skills, writing skills, interactive skills, leadership skills, and practical skills that will benefit them for the rest of their lives.  In addition to formal coursework, our students participate in numerous related activities and organizations and regularly collaborate with faculty on research projects, often co-presenting papers with them at regional and national conferences.  In addition, our students participate in a number of local, state and national internship opportunities that provide experience in their fields and invaluable networking opportunities.