DIVISION OF
SOCIAL SCIENCES
The social sciences explore the relationship among human beings, with areas of study concentrating on individual, economic, political, and social behavior. Courses in this discipline promote an understanding of our numerous societal and individual relationships and help you learn to analyze current social, economic, or political problems, their origins, and possible resolutions.
Departments
Africana Studies
Anthropology
Geography and Sustainability
Political Science
Psychology
Sociology
“We are social scientists, humanists, biologists, and more. The interdisciplinary breadth of our division is a key strength of our community and one that I take seriously as an interdisciplinary scholar myself.”
Patrick Grzanka
Divisional Dean for Social Sciences
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Theme: Access and Advocacy for Mental Health in East Tennessee Connecting Across Disciplines is a student-led conference dedicated to fostering… Read more: Call for Proposals: Connecting Across Disciplines 2025 Conference - UT Wins Funding for Green Jobs Initiative
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has received a $750,000 grant for East Tennessee Works (ETW), a regional green jobs initiative… Read more: UT Wins Funding for Green Jobs Initiative - Arts and Sciences Volunteers Share Archaeology Day at McClung Museum
University of Tennessee students from multiple disciplines flexed their knowledge and skills with visitors from around the region during “Can… Read more: Arts and Sciences Volunteers Share Archaeology Day at McClung Museum
