The program provides a strong background in the social sciences and an understanding of current social policy issues. This interdisciplinary program also draws upon current research in the fields of African American studies, anthropology, communication studies, economics, gender studies, history, philosophy, political science, public health and sociology.
In addition to core courses in life span development, research and statistics, students have the flexibility to tailor the program to their unique interests by creating an interdisciplinary specialization. Many students choose to double major or minor while maintaining social policy as their primary focus.
Recent practicum sites have included:
- Health and Policy Medicine Research Group
- Senators Durbin and Obama’s office (Chicago and D.C.)
- The Sierra Club
- Public Defender or Attorney General Office
- Voices for Illinois Children
- U.S. Department of Education (D.C.)
- Association for Bay Area Governments (San Francisco)
- AIDS Health Project (San Francisco)
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