Choosing a major in the Social Sciences will provide you the coursework
and real-world experiences necessary to positively influence people and
society in your chosen career. Our graduates play influential roles in their
communities and careers of their choice.
Learn about people and events that have shaped today’s world.
Learn about social life, its characteristics, changes, causes and consequences.
Learn about prioritizing resource conservation and sustainable practices.
Learn about political solutions to current problems from poverty to energy to peace.
Learn about people and events that have shaped today’s world.
Learn about important concepts and issues in world affairs and pursue an international career.
Learn concepts from several social science disciplines for a broader outlook on the world.
Latin American Studies, Gender Studies, Legal Studies, Chican@ Studies, Environmental Studies or Military Science
Summer Hours:
Monday – Thursday 8:30 – 5:00, working remotely Friday
Phone: 503-838-8301 Email: pettengm@wou.edu
Phone: 503-838-8288 Email: ryalss@wou.edu