Department of Social Sciences

Mission Statement

The Department of Social Sciences is committed to providing quality educational opportunities that incorporate a balanced emphasis on theory, research, practice, community service, social justice, and personal growth.

The Department of Social Sciences contributes to the general education and development of students, prepares students for entry level careers, and provides solid foundation for graduate study. The department offers major programs in criminal justice, political science, and psychology, and minor fields of study in criminal justice, political science, and psychology. Students must earn a grade of “C-“ or better in courses applied to major programs in the department of Social Sciences. A student will not be allowed to continue in a major program in the department of Social Sciences after making below a “C” in three major required courses, with the understanding that a student can repeat a major required course only once.