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Noted Polynesia archaeologist updates book
Noted Polynesia archaeologist updates book

Anthropology Professor Patrick Kirch unearths and shares significant new information about Hawaiʻi’s past.

the high school pathway to diplomacy
the high school pathway to diplomacy

Teens delve into the study of national intelligence and international relations through a CSS pilot program.

something to think about
something to think about

Psychology's Brain and Behavior Lab performs cutting-edge research, including the study of COVID-19 brain fog.

a passion for peacekeeping
a passion for peacekeeping

An Indigenous politics course vaulted Risa Yamamoto into a career at the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Examining bacteria in the gut
Examining bacteria in the gut

New research links chronic disease and mental health risks among NHPI to more than social environmental factors.

from reporter to anchor
from reporter to anchor

Two recent Journalism alumni make the quick jump to a high-profile career.

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The College of Social Sciences

Where Inspiration Leads to Change

Creating the next generation of global game changers solving the most pressing issues facing the world today.

Helping the environment
Students address food insecurity and help the environment while earning college credit through the MINA program.

Something to think about
Psychology’s Brain and Behavior Lab performs cutting-edge research, including the study of COVID-19 brain fog.

CSS By The Numbers

36k+

Alumni

50

States Alumni Reside In

75+

Countries Alumni Reside In

Top 1%

Universities worldwide
in the area of social sciences

95.5%

Faculty with PhD

3.0

Average Time (years) to Diploma