The Faculty of Social Sciences
Who are we? The Faculty of Social Sciences comprises over 200 full and part time faculty and staff members researching and teaching in twelve departments. We’re also home to over 3,000 undergraduate and graduate students.
Our mission is to ask challenging questions, pursue understanding, and work with others to create a more sustainable, just society. We pursue inclusive excellence in our research, education, and service, on campus and beyond, by engaging with diverse peoples, perspectives and ways of knowing.
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Our faculty and staff members are active members in the campus and community.
Social Sciences Strategic Plan View Now
Our priority is excellence in the core, timeless activities of education, scholarly research, and service to the University, to our professions as well as local, national and international communities.
Read our full strategic plan to see where we’re headed.
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There are over 100 chairs, directors, and staff members who report into the Office of the Dean, Social Sciences.
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