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Welcome!
Welcome to the Department of Social and Cultural Sciences at ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ. We are a multidisciplinary department with faculty trained in anthropology, criminology, criminal justice, law, social work and sociology.
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In the News
Victoria Zeisig (CRLS) named 2025 A&S Outstanding Senior
Dr. Dawne Moon co-authors about 'sacramental shame' experienced by LGBTQ+ conservative Christians
Dr. Louise Cainkar discusses the current presidential administration's handling of student visas in the
Dr. David Nowacek's feasibility study of a campus-wide geothermal system at ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ funded by EPA grant
Dr. Louise Cainkar's restorative Afghan project funded by Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's Archewell Foundation
Dr. Louise Cainkar's book, Sajjilu: A Reader in SWANA Studies, receives 2023 Honorable Mention from Arab American National Museum.
View selected books by our faculty.
Discover the research opportunities undergraduate students can participate during Fall, Spring or Summer semesters.
Take a look at our department brochure or watch our and discover why you should pursue Social and Cultural Sciences at ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ.