The School of Behavioral and Social Sciences is committed to the University's particular emphasis on liberal studies. Baccalaureate degree programs are offered in psychology and social sciences with a track in history, and social studies education. The Division provides its students with the knowledge, skills, tools, and perspectives to analyze and interpret phenomena in their selected fields as well as in related disciplines. The intent is to develop scholars who are knowledgeable and well-versed in each of the behavioral and social sciences.
In cooperation with the School of Education, Human Development, and Consumer Sciences, the Division offers a track in social studies education, which prepares students for teacher certification in grades 8-12. The Teacher Education Program in social studies has specific admissions requirements and coursework, including a semester of full-time student teaching. Students in this program should maintain close contact with their Social Studies Education advisor in the Division as well as the faculty in the School of Education, Human Development, and Consumer Sciences.
A Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences with a history track provides a global perspective on the social, political, and intellectual development of civilizations. It allows students an opportunity to reflect on the past, gain a historical perspective on the present, and acquire a knowledge and understanding of human behavior. A history track may choose courses that deal with Africa, Asia, Europe, North America, and South America.
The History program offers a curriculum that is designed to prepare graduates to function in and contribute to an expanding society, enhance critical thinking skills, develop an appreciation and understanding of historical research methodologies, become aware of the contributions of diverse cultures to our global society, internalize and integrate this information into their total knowledge base, and prepare students for advanced professional studies and varied career opportunities.
In lieu of HIS 103, majors are required to take HIS 101 and 102. Additionally, the student must complete a minor.
| Term 1 (Fall) | Hours | Term 5 (Fall) | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| HIS 101 World Civilization I | 3 | HIS 314 African Americans in the United States or HIS 316 Recent United States History | 3 |
| MAT 111 Contemporary Mathematics | 3 | IGS 300 Modern World | 3 |
| ENG 101 English Composition I | 3 | HIS 300+ Elective | 3 |
| KSU 118 Introduction to University Learning | 3 | Minor Course | 3 |
| SOC 203 Principles of Sociology | 3 | Free Elective | 3 |
| Total | 15 | Total | 15 |
| Term 2 (Spring) | Hours | Term 6 (Spring) | Hours |
| HIS 102 World Civilization II | 3 | HIS 366 African History from 1870 or HIS 333 Twentieth Century Europe | 3 |
| ENG 102 English Composition II | 3 | HIS 300+ Elective | 3 |
| COM 103 | 3 | Free Elective | 6 |
| Liberal Studies Core | 3 | POS 211 Introduction to Political Science | 3 |
| KSU 186 Navigating the Tech World | 3 | Total | 15 |
| Total | 15 | Term 7 (Fall) | Hours |
| Term 3 (Fall) | Hours | BSS 499 Senior Colloquium | 3 |
| HIS 201 United States History to 1865 | 3 |
Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences History Track
120 credit hours