Students are challenged to engage in a critical analysis of psychosocial, economic, and political influences on the ways in which individuals, families, and communities function.
Special attention is given to gender, class, race, ethnicity and issues of social responsibility.
The MASS program addresses the academic, professional and practical needs of students who aspire to positions of responsibility and leadership in fields in whichwhere the social sciences provide useful insights and background. It is useful for persons seeking professional development within a wide variety of institutions and organizations. The procedures for applicants to the MASS program in the Division of Human Development are outlined in the general section on Graduate Admission in this Bulletin . The MASS program will reviews applications beginning April 1 for fall admission and Nov.ember 1 for spring admission. If you wish to be considered for a graduate assistantship, your application must be received by Feb.ruary 15.