The social sciences at the College of Arts and Sciences provide an insightful exploration of human behavior and societal structures. This academic field includes a variety of disciplines such as sociology, political science, anthropology, Africana studies, and communication. Students are encouraged to analyze and interpret complex social phenomena, developing a nuanced understanding of how individuals and communities interact. Emphasizing critical thinking, research, and data analysis, the social sciences equip students with skills that are highly valued across numerous professions.
The faculty, consisting of experienced researchers and educators, guide students through a comprehensive study of social dynamics, fostering awareness and problem-solving abilities. Through interdisciplinary coursework and collaborative research opportunities, the social sciences at the College of Arts and Sciences prepare students to become informed leaders and proactive citizens in an ever-evolving global society.
Explore how UC empowers students for careers in sustainability through co-ops, GIS tools, and hands-on learning—like Alyssa’s work at Flutterby Farm.
July 15, 2025
Two University of Cincinnati professors who study environmental science and risk management were appointed to four-year terms as UNESCO university chairs of natural sciences.
July 14, 2025
Explore Alyssa Wagner's inspiring co-op journey at Flutterby Farm, where hands-on conservation meets innovative GIS technology.
July 3, 2025
The College of Arts and Sciences Research Professor Gail Fairhurst was awarded an International Communications Association (ICA) Career Achievement Award. The Steve Chaffee Career Achievement Award goes to theoretical development or research related to communication studies. The ICA created the award in 2000 for its namesake, Steven H. Chaffee, who was a trailblazing scholar in journalism and communications academia.
June 26, 2025
Are you curious? Are you a good storyteller? Do you like learning? Journalism may be for you. UC’s Journalism program offers paths for students to become journalists through real life newsroom experiences and classes taught by in-field experts, all while in a growing city. The program, while only dating back officially to 2012, has had a growing community since the university newspaper, The News Record, began in 1936. From there, a journalism certificate was created in 1977. Graduates of the program go on to not only become reporters, but also writers, photographers, TV producers, social media experts, and editors.
June 24, 2025
UC President Neville Pinto shares letter related to the future of DEI at UC.
July 2, 2025
Erynn Casanova, head of the Department of Sociology at the University of Cincinnati who conducted early research on Latino representation in children’s television, was cited in an Associated Press (AP) article on the role "Dora the Explorer" played in popular culture.
June 30, 2025
Advancements in technology such as artificial intelligence give cyber criminals more ways to exploit data. The Dayton Daily News looked to University of Cincinnati’s Richard Harknett, PhD, for context on the recent influx of cyberattacks. Harknett is co-director of the Ohio Cyber Range Institute, chair of the Center for Cyber Strategy and Policy and director of UC’s School of Public and International Affairs.
June 30, 2025
UC College of Arts and Sciences Professor Jeffrey Blevins talks to the editorial board of the Dallas Morning News about how foreign actors used disinformation about the L.A. protests to sow division in the United States.
June 17, 2025
UC journalism Professor Jeffrey Blevins talks to NBC News about why politicians spread lies about the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses.
June 10, 2025
UC Associate Professor Bob Hyland talks to WCPO about the latest findings of UC's environmental testing at Burnet Woods.
May 29, 2025
Caden Elrod made history for Cincinnati Public Schools and the University of Cincinnati this month by graduating first with a bachelor’s in math and statistics at UC and then on May 22 with a diploma from Walnut Hills High School. His story aired on WLWT and Local 12 News in Cincinnati.