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.
November 21, 2025
Popular Science highlights a UC biology study that found parakeets "test the waters" of new relationships.
November 20, 2025
Researchers at the University of Cincinnati found that monk parakeets introduced to new birds will “test the waters” first with potential friends before approaching a potential friend and avoid risking increasingly dangerous close encounters that could lead to a painful or injurious bite.
November 19, 2025
UC's Department of Journalism hosted a panel of local news media who spoke to students at the Oyler School about journalism careers.
November 19, 2025
The University of Cincinnati has received a $985,000 grant from the National Institutes of Health to test a community-based intervention aimed at promoting healthy eating and feeding practices in early childhood. The project, led by pediatric psychologist Cathy Stough, is a collaboration with Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center and Every Child Succeeds.
November 18, 2025
Professional writers are the artists who bring the science of business, technology, and discoveries to life. They are storytellers who break down complex stories for everyday readers. The University of Cincinnati’s Rhetoric and Professional Writing (RPW) program in the College of Arts and Sciences gives students real-world experience from day one – an approach that helped recent grad, Olivia Hoge, turn her capstone work into her new career.
November 18, 2025
The University of Cincinnati’s College of Medicine is launching the new Interdisciplinary Medical Pathways Across Training (IMPAcT) program this academic year with two initial tracks: Humanities and Arts in Medicine and Healthy Communities.
November 21, 2025
Popular Science highlights a UC biology study that found parakeets "test the waters" of new relationships.
November 21, 2025
A Spectrum News1 story features UC graduate Brooke Winstead and a new University of Cincinnati study on foster caregivers, spotlighting how Ohio REACH provides mentorship, financial aid and campus guidance to help students who experienced foster care succeed in higher education.
November 21, 2025
Brad Evans of UC’s Alpaugh Family Economics Center cites strong job and wage growth as Ohio's 2025 holiday retail sales are projected to rise over 3 percent.
November 20, 2025
Researchers at the University of Cincinnati found that monk parakeets introduced to new birds will “test the waters” first with potential friends before approaching a potential friend and avoid risking increasingly dangerous close encounters that could lead to a painful or injurious bite.
November 20, 2025
The University of Cincinnati's Susan McElroy was featured in a National Geographic article discussing concerns about prescribing GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic to patients with a history of disordered eating.
November 19, 2025
UC's Department of Journalism hosted a panel of local news media who spoke to students at the Oyler School about journalism careers.
