Teachers in Social Studies have a great responsibility. As a professional, your purpose is to educate and enlighten students in the disciplines of political science, history, geography, economics, and the behavioral sciences.  Students who enter the program need to also show a clear desire to work with young people as a teacher in the secondary setting. 

The program provides preparation for teachers entering the grades 5-12 social studies field, or to those seeking a variety of other careers. Increasingly, businesses are seeking employees with an understanding of history, civics, and economics, coupled with the abilities to work in a team setting and utilize skills in leadership, organization, and communication.

During the first year of the program students will take general education and core social science courses.  Admission to the professional education sequence is competitive. Admission dates take place approximately three weeks into each semester. Students are informed of their admission status prior to signing up for classes for the next semester.