CSBS: Locally Engaged, Globally Prepared
The CSBS College motto is "Locally Engaged, Globally Prepared." This is reflected in all we do ranging from faculty to students. We are the home of educators who are committed to decreasing the distance between communities and campus. Our faculty connect to communities through applied research, internships, and clinics and as a result of engagement with faculty-led initiatives, students are prepared to contribute to solving global problems and competing in global markets.
A Message From Our Dean
Fall 2024
Welcome to a new academic year! I like new. New shows promise. New signals fresh. New signals better. New suggests excitement. While new is all of those positive elements, new also promotes anxiety about the unknown. It also intimates that the past may have been better before the new way of doing something. This is a fundamental conundrum that manifests in debates about what is better: new or old? It is a judgment epoxied in values. Artificial Intelligence vs. Authentic Intelligence. Pen and paper vs. iPad. Modern art vs. Contemporary art. An email thank you vs. A thank you card. Building restoration vs. Building renovation.
Departments
Learn about the African diaspora to celebrate and honor the Black experience. Raise your critical race consciousness and cultural literacy to challenge systemic racism and inequities. Use your knowledge to champion justice and equity.
What makes us human? By studying anthropology, you'll understand how both biology and cultures shape our societies. Prepare for a career understanding and sharing human experiences.
Criminology and Justice Studies
Develop an in-depth understanding of crime and justice through readings, research and experiential learning. You'll be prepared to analyze crime and fight for justice in your future career.
Geography and Environmental Studies
Learn about the natural and man-made geography around you. Analyze and share environmental data to shape the world and create a more safe and sustainable future for all.
Understand the complex past to engage the world as an informed citizen. A degree in history will teach you to think critically and write persuasively.
Understand the relationship between a government and its citizens. Learn to analyze institutions and policies. With our classes and internships, you'll be prepared for careers in law, politics and more.
Understand the human mind and behavior to improve the lives of people around you. Begin your journey toward an advanced degree in psychology.
Address social, political and systemic change through an intersectionality, power and privilege lens. Learn to empower communities and advocate for an equitable and socially just society.
Study how people form groups and institutions which develop and change over time. With a Sociology major, you'll have the insight and research tools you need to address social problems and inequality.
Issues surrounding sustainability impact every aspect of our lives. Become a sustainability professional who can implement practical strategies for businesses, energy resources, healthcare and your community.
Help make your community a more beautiful, healthy and equitable place. Learn the skills you need to solve problems in urban areas with the Urban Studies and Planning major.
Master of Public Administration
Develop essential leadership skills for the public sector and learn about strategic management, public policy, government relations, budgeting, finance and more.
The College of Social and Behavioral Sciences offers the following Program options: African Studies Interdisciplinary Program, Asian Studies Interdisciplinary Program, California Studies Interdisciplinary Program, Minor in Human Sexuality
Programs
3+3 B.A./J.D. Success in Six
CSUN-UNAM Binational Initiative
Upcoming Events
Oct 10
FREE EVENT! – CSBS Night at Premier America Credit Union Arena – Support Women’s Volleyball
Oct 18
16th Annual Research Fellows Colloquium
Nov 3
Bikefest 2024! Save the Date
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