Academics
The Center for Integrative Studies in Social Science is responsible for instructional programs that emphasize the overlapping boundaries of the social sciences and related disciplines. The Center administers the integrative studies core curriculum in social science (ISS), undergraduate majors in Interdisciplinary Studies in Social Science (IDS) and Global and International Studies in Social Science (GLIS), and a minor in Contemporary Global Studies.
Interdisciplinary Studies in Social Science
Students in the Interdisciplinary Studies in Social Science (IDS) major explore contemporary social issues from multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary perspectives, culminating in a research project on a topic chosen by the student.
Global and International Studies
The Global and International Studies in Social Science (GLIS) major provides students breadth in social science foundational courses combined with in-depth knowledge of a world region or global topic.
Contemporary Global Studies Minor
The Minor in Contemporary Global Studies invites students to explore today’s global issues and how they impact everyday life, from local communities to the wider world.
Academic Advisors
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