College of Social Sciences

Since 1911, the University has grown to impact every facet of our region. As our rapidly changing social landscape continues to pose new challenges, a foundation in the social sciences creates a greater capacity to find creative solutions at a time when our complex world calls for it most. From the study of historical, political, social, and cultural issues, to projections for our future, the College of Social Sciences’ programs are designed to develop essential skills necessary to provide leadership for the future and change our world. The college seeks to instill a concern for human values and civic responsibility, and its students graduate to become the next generation of judges, city planners, elected officials, researchers, business people, teachers, lawyers, law enforcement officers, and government officials.

Dean's Circle

Many important learning experiences take place outside the classroom. Gifts to the College of Social Sciences Dean's Circle funds internships, supports student research, and allows students to participate in conferences and engage in other vital experiences that enhance their education.

COSS Emerging Scholars

The College of Social Sciences Emerging Scholars is a high-impact program created to foster an inclusive and supported mentorship experience for undergraduate students. These opportunities provide funded undergraduate research and creative outlets that directly apply to their existing interests or help shape their research, academic, or professional interests. 

COSS Emerging Scholars embraces an asset-based approach by empowering students who have traditionally been excluded from research opportunities and/or may not have envisioned themselves as student researchers and scholars.

Student scholars work alongside a COSS faculty mentor on research, creative, or community outreach projects designed by the faculty member. The program concludes with a COSS Emerging Scholars Research Symposium, where student scholars present a poster of their research to celebrate their work and achievements.

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