The College has many strengths, but its top three are critical: producing critical thinkers, its critical geographic location and being home to critical research. Courses expose students to a wide range of perspectives, enhance spirits and skills of inquiry, and encourage the continued pursuit of truth. A unique geographical location allows for substantial exposure to influences from the Asia and Pacific regions. CSS serves as a natural laboratory for social science, with faculty conducting significant research and applied investigations that positively impact the world.
Student Centered
Learn to Lead the Way
CSS fosters an active environment that puts students among peers who share the same passion. They are encouraged to actively participate in their education and to ask probing questions, think out loud, and become involved in spirited debate.
Critical Thinking
Think What Others Don’t
CSS courses expose students to a wide range of perspectives, enhance their skills of inquiry, and encourage the continual pursuit of truth. Students are asked to consider multiple opinions and to challenge their beliefs. By shining a new light on issues, alternative solutions are sought to problems at hand.
Applied Dimensions
Get Real World Experience
Through a blend of internships, service learning, networking, mentorships and more, CSS is the gateway to opportunities for integrative learning, collaborative assignments, and global learning. Students will benefit from a deepened academic experience, and be prepared for success after college.
Geographic Advantage
Be at the Center of it All
The College’s unique geographical location allows for substantial exposure to influences from Asia and the Pacific. Find a rich combination of disciplines that meld culture with science and gain an in-depth understanding of the human dimension. This is the perfect backdrop for cross-disciplinary studies.
Research Active
Do What Matters
The Aloha State serves as a natural laboratory for social science research with its varied population and unique geographical setting. College faculty conduct significant research and applied investigations that generate innovative solutions for critical social, behavioral, economic and environmental issues that challenge the world.
Award-Winning Faculty
Be Mentored by Innovators
Leading international faculty are dedicated to the student experience. Hailing from countries such as Canada, China, Colombia, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Germany, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Japan, Korea, Lebanon, Mexico, Philippines, Russia, Samoa, Turkey and Ukraine, these dedicated academics continue to teach, research and inspire.
Alumni Network
Connect with Market Leaders
With more than 36,000 alumni in 75-plus countries and all 50 U.S. states, there’s a strong network of CSS alumni and friends who are bold, engaged and global – and who are ready to assist students as they navigate life’s journeys and succeed in their chosen fields.
Shaping the World
Make An Impact
CSS faculty, students, staff and administrators are today’s unsung heroes. Together they take inspiration, blend it with ingenuity, and turn ideas into innovations that make a positive impact on everyday lives. It is not an understatement to say that CSS alumni make the world a better place in so many ways.