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A Just World, Together

In the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, we study people and their connections with each other and the world.

Together, we advance interdisciplinary solutions to societal problems.

Skills to Last a Lifetime

In SBS, you gain versatile skills in demand by employers today, skills that will remain essential in the future! According to a 2023 survey by the American Association of Colleges and Universities, approximately 75% of employers consider the following core SBS skills "very important":

  • Oral and written communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Complex problem solving
  • Working with people from different backgrounds
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Working effectively in teams

 

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RSVP for Spring 2024 SBS Convocation!

Graduating students, we are excited to celebrate you at our Spring Convocation ceremonies! The ceremony for undergraduates is on May 9, 2024, 5PM in McKale (RSVP by April 25). Our ceremony for graduate students is on May 13, 2024, 2 PM in Centennial Hall (RSVP by April 22). Get more information on both ceremonies and how to RSVP.

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Fuel Wonder in SBS

Fuel Wonder is the University of Arizona's most ambitious fundraising campaign to date, with a goal of raising $3 billion. Learn how you can Fuel Wonder in the College of SBS by supporting experiential learning opportunities for students, graduate fellowships, and innovative research that advances the grand challenges of our time!

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Our New Strategic Plan

The College of Social and Behavioral Sciences has launched a new strategic plan, with goals that focus on transformation, innovation, and societal impact.

Our vision: A just world, together.

Read the strategic Plan

Community Classroom Spring 2024

Savor the richness of our regional cultural heritage through food and history. Our Agave Heritage Festival Masterclass Series will delve into how we tap into our favorite food memories through writing, the cultural history of Agave, and ongoing movements for food security. Offered in collaboration with the Agave Heritage Festival and the College of Social & Behavioral Sciences Faculty.

Upcoming Courses

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Student Spotlight

Lucy Verduzco recently graduated from the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences with a B.A. in Global Studies, Political Science, and French. Now Lucy is moving to Washington D.C. to work on policy with the Washington Office on Latin America.

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