The Department of Human Relations was established in 1970 with the mission to train professionals in the field of human relations. Emphasis is placed on understanding individual, group and organizational behaviors.
Emphasis is placed on developing skills related to understanding multicultural group behaviors.
Particular attention is given to students who work part time and full time. Since its inception, the department has graduated a large number of ethnic minorities, women, adults returning to college, and international students. Although the Department of Human Relations offers only the master's degree, undergraduates may enroll in the 3000 and 4000-level courses for electives. The 5000-level courses require special permission for enrollment.