Overview
The Social Sciences are made up of ten different disciplines: Anthropology, Communication Studies, Economics, Ethnic Studies, Geography, History, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology.
Mission
The mission of Cañada College's Social Sciences is to educate students in human behavior in its many past and present cultural forms, in individual, group, national and international contexts, and to empower students as democratic participants in a rapidly changing world. Students develop a solid foundation in the social sciences, and understand how knowledge in the social sciences is acquired and evaluated. The social sciences challenge students to think analytically about themselves and the world in which they live.
Program Learning Outcomes:
Students completing this program will be able to:
- Analyze social science concepts and theories.
- Evaluate diverse viewpoints related to the human experience.
- Produce evidence-based arguments.
Social Sciences Hub
Located in bldg 9-307, adjacent to library reference desk
The Social Sciences Hub serves as a work-space, resource hub, and gathering place for Social Science students and departments, a place to study, meet-up to work on class projects, attend film screenings and events, or otherwise engage in the general academic milieu.
