Department of Social Sciences

Welcome to the Department of Social Sciences at Concord University. Our interdisciplinary academic programs are designed to prepare students for careers in human services, research, and civic leadership. Students have the opportunity to earn bachelor degrees in Political Science and Psychology. We also offer a variety of minors.

As a department, we consider the complex nature of the human experience and interaction. Collectively we look at how human development, social structures, and personal experiences shape individuals, societies, and nations. By better understanding the interconnected social world, students can work towards a more just society.

Our award-winning faculty are committed to providing learning experiences that go beyond the classroom. Students have opportunities to draw on the faculty’s real-world experiences as they engage in independent research, internships, field work, and more. Combining both academic theory and hands on learning, students develop the skills to be successful in a changing world. Our programs prepare students for their next steps in life, as they go directly to a career path or on to graduate schools and seek out rewarding careers.

Explore our website to see why the Department of Social Sciences’ academic programs are the right choice for you!

The Department of Social Sciences offers several scholarship opportunities for our students. Review the descriptions of the scholarships below. If you meet the eligibility requirements, we encourage you to apply.

For additional scholarship opportunities, visit Concord University’s Scholarship webpage. Don’t forget, the counselors at the Financial Aid Office are an excellent resource for information about paying for college.

Undergraduate Waiver (CCUS) Scholarship

  • 1 award of $1140.00 for In-State Residents ($3210.00 for Out-of-State Residents)
  • Eligibility: Social Sciences major, 3.0 GPA, non-renewable. Student cannot have other tuition specific scholarship such as Promise, HSTA, DHHR, U564, or outside scholarships designated for tuition.

Joseph Hatcher Scholarship

  • 1 award of $500.00
  • Eligibility: Social Sciences major, must have completed Freshman year with minimum 24 credit hours and 2.5 GPA earned, be a Mercer County resident, demonstrate financial need, non-renewable

Lewis E. Tierney Scholarship

  • 1 award of $400.00
  • Eligibility: Social Sciences major, must have completed Freshman year with minimum 24 credit hours and 2.5 GPA earned, must demonstrate financial need, non-renewable

To apply for any of these scholarships, download and complete the application below. Return the completed scholarship application to the Division of Social Science (Science Building, Room 200).

Our Faculty and Staff

Burdekar, Manjunath
Burdekar, Manjunath
Assistant Professor of Psychology
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Falco, Adriana
Falco, Adriana
Associate Professor of Psychology
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Ford, Charles
Ford, Charles
Adjunct Professor of Political Science
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Griffee, Karen
Griffee, Karen
Distinguished Professor of Psychology
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Howard, Sally
Howard, Sally
Department of Social Sciences Chair / Professor of Political Science
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Klein, Rodney
Klein, Rodney
Distinguished Professor of Psychology / Director of McNair Scholars Program
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Reed, Diane (Tammy)
Reed, Diane (Tammy)
Academic Program Associate
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