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Division of Social Sciences

The Division of Social Sciences provides intellectual, cultural, and professional development for majors in Community Development, Geography, History, Political Science, Social Justice and Criminology, and Social Science.  The Division also offers preparation for teaching in one of the subfields of the social sciences, andpreparation for graduate or professional study. 

The Division also aims to serve students majoring in other academic areas by introducing them to the various areas of social science. The Bachelor of Science in Education degree prepares students in the social sciences for a career in teaching.  The Bachelor of Arts degree in history and political science provide a strong liberal arts foundation.  A major in Social Justice and Criminology may be earned through the Bachelor of Science degree program. 

The Bachelor of Science is available with a major in social science and concentrations in applied development studies, geography, and sociology. Minor fields of study offered in the Division are Criminal Justice, Geography, History, Paralegal Studies, Political Science, Pre-law, and Sociology.  

The Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees are designed to provide a well-rounded liberal arts education. They are particularly recommended for students contemplating graduate work in one of the social science fields or law. The Bachelor of Science in Social Justice and Criminology degree is for the student interested in the professions of law enforcement, corrections, or juvenile justice. Students planning to enter law school may adopt a program leading to the Bachelor of Arts degree or Bachelor of Science degree. A broad background is recommended for those preparing for law school.  

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Dr. Paulette Meikle Yaw at (662) 846-4065 or any of the faculty listed in these pages.  Please also visit the Interim Chair's Welcome.

Division Faculty   
Undergraduate Programs 
  -- History  
  -- Political Science 

  -- Social Justice & Criminology 
  
-- Social Science   
  -- Social Science Education  
Graduate Programs   
  -- Community Development   
  -- Social Justice & Criminology 
  -- Social Science Education 

Newsletter - Spring 2011 

Newsletter - Autumn 2011

 

 

 

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