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School of Social and Behavioral Sciences Departments

Departments are where students dive deeper into their academic interests and connect with faculty mentors, research opportunities and hands-on learning. As the academic home for CLASE programs, departments bring together students and faculty who collaborate on research, projects and new ideas.

Spanning the humanities, social and behavioral sciences, natural sciences and engineering, CLASE departments create academic communities where students build expertise in their field while preparing for careers and graduate study.

School of Social and Behavioral Sciences

Departments in this school examine people, societies and the systems that shape communities and institutions.

Anthropology

Explore human cultures, societies and histories through the study of archaeology, cultural traditions and global perspectives.

anthropology department

Criminal Justice

Study crime, law and justice systems while preparing for careers in public safety, policy and legal fields.

criminal Justice department

Economics

Analyze how individuals, organizations and governments make decisions about resources, markets and policy.

economics department

Human Development

Examine how people grow and change across the lifespan, with connections to education, social services and community programs.

human development department

Political Science

Study political systems, public policy and global affairs while developing skills in analysis, research and civic engagement.

political Science department

Psychology

Explore human behavior, cognition and mental processes while gaining research and analytical experience.

psychology department

Sociology

Analyze social structures, institutions and cultural patterns that shape communities and everyday life.

sociology department

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315.312.2285
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College Dean

Dr. Kristin Croyle

Associate Dean

Dr. Paul Tomascak

Dr. Emily Estrada

School Director

Dr. Alanna Ossa

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