American society is in the midst of rapid social change, which affects all of our social institutions. Families, schools, the economy, political-legal and health care systems are all experiencing stress.

Students in this major study and analyze this change and explore potential solutions to such societal problems. Issues such as globalization and race, gender and class inequality are the focus of course work and fieldwork experience.

Each student is required to complete a semester-long internship in the community in such settings as schools, government and social service agencies, treatment centers and non-profits.

Students are prepared to continue their education or assume careers in areas such as teaching, social work, public administration, health care, law and criminal justice.