About the School
Welcome to the School of Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS), the largest of the academic schools at the College of Charleston. With close to 160 full-time faculty members, we currently offer degrees in some of the most popular and unique undergraduate and graduate majors at the College of Charleston. Our faculty place a strong emphasis on the value of written expression and collaborative research, while preparing students to advance as responsible, independent world citizens and engaged, lifelong learners.
The core departments in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences include anthropology, communication, English, history, philosophy, political science, psychology, religious studies, and sociology. HSS faculty also direct the urban studies, integrated studies, and women's and gender studies programs as well as many of the College's interdisciplinary minor programs.
Gibbs Knotts, Dean of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences
"Our dedicated faculty offer students a number of possibilities for engaged learning whether from small classes, unique study opportunities, or collaborative research opportunities. We prepare students to aspire to more than just a job." Read more.
Mission
As the College of Charleston’s liberal arts core, the School of Humanities and Social Sciences explores what makes us human. We prepare students who critically examine their own ideas as well as those of others, so that they may lead lives of awareness, compassion, and purpose.
Strategic Plan
The School of Humanities and Social Sciences cultivates student success through innovative teaching, robust mentorship, and experiential learning. We offer students, faculty, and staff an interdisciplinary community that celebrates the diversity of its members. Learn about the HSS Strategic Plan 2023.
HSS and Diversity
The School of Humanities and Social Sciences celebrates diversity. We believe that diverse backgrounds and ideas are crucial to academic excellence. Because of this belief we are committed to creating an inclusive campus that respects and appreciates individual and group differences.
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