Social Sciences, Human Services and Education

Pathways in the Social Sciences, Human Services and Education Area of Interest provide you with a foundation for several wide-ranging careers, including law, social work, education, business, research, diplomacy, nonprofit administration, public service and philanthropy. You will deepen your understanding of human behavior (both individual and collective), governing institutions and structures, global issues and concepts, comparative cultures, historical thinking and patterns, ethical considerations, and data use. You will gain skills in critical, creative, and reflective thinking and writing; data interpretation and analysis; understanding causal relationships; research; working with diverse populations in varying contexts; and an understanding of differing societal contexts, critical to success in a "Social Sciences, Human Services and Education" career.

Outcomes:

• Apply discipline knowledge and skills to engage with diverse communities or ideas
• Convey how differences between individuals, groups, or communities impact their interactions
• Apply discipline knowledge and skills to individuals, organizations, or communities
• Use discipline knowledge or published research to critically evaluate claims or draw conclusions
• Convey discipline knowledge using oral or written communications skills