Academic Development
The Division has long led the academy in educating and supporting generations of scholars through renowned graduate degree offerings across social science disciplines. Beyond the classroom, a rich set of workshops and committees invigorates scholarly work and is a critical source of intellectual dialogue.
A Community of Scholars
Social Sciences faculty, research, and training programs are known for exceptional strengths in statistical methods and formal modeling, social theory, and scientific reasoning, a combination that distinguishes the Division as a preeminent leader in research and education. These examples highlight recent endeavors and accomplishments:
Social Thought
How One Teaching Fellow Brings Specialized Knowledge to a Wide Audience.
Sociology
New Study Explores the Effects of Neurotoxic Air Pollution in Early Life on Cognitive Development.
Political Science
2023 Hagel Lecture Series to Focus on Russian Invasion of Ukraine.
SSD
2022 Johnson Prize and Fogelson Prize Winners Announced.