Though each is unique in its focus and in its emphasis, the social sciences have a common concern with human behavior. The Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Science is the newest and largest program available in the Social Science Division. The four year program prepares students for the human services positions of the future. In addition to traditional lectures and textbooks, students are exposed to library research, experimentation, data gathering, and much more. The Criminal Justice concentration is a highly structured program designed to address the latest issues in the field.
Students combine classroom learning with practical experiences.
Several internship opportunities in law enforcement, the courts, probation, and correctional facilities are also available for qualified students. History The Bachelor of Arts in History program offers the student a traditional liberal arts education in the humanities and social sciences. While it is one of the oldest degree programs, it has recently undergone extensive reorganization. Students now have two areas of concentration to select from, World Studies or Political Science. In addition, students are given the opportunity to develop computer skills as an integral part of their major.