Department of Social Sciences

Department of Social Sciences

The Department of Social Sciences provides a learning environment that values critical thinking about social dilemmas.  The Department strives to help students to understand the world around them within a broad intellectual and ethical perspective.  Students are challenged to apply this expanded world view to their professions. The Department promotes an understanding of cultures, the value of research and service to the community, the importance of social responsibility and a commitment to social justice.

Major programs are offered in:	Minor programs are offered in:
History Social Studies Teacher Education Sociology Sociology/Social Work (UMES/SU program)	History Political Science Public Policy  Sociology

Department of Social Sciences
School of Education, Social Sciences, and The Arts
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Hazel Hall – Suite 3040  Princess Anne, Maryland 21853-1299
Phone: 410-651-6086  Fax: 410-651-6584