Society and Culture
Studying Society and Culture
Do you consider yourself a helpful, friendly, and thoughtful person? Are you interested
in situations involving human interactions and the dissemination of information? Do
you want to understand how humans relate to each other and ways we might resolve social
problems? If this sounds like you, explore our opportunities and see what it means
to be a Golden Eagle.
Meet Montanah Middleton
English (English Education) BA
I was a bit nervous at the beginning as a transfer student. To my surprise, my time at 51¶ºÄÌ Miss has proven to be the best decision I could have made for my future. Over the next year, I researched and wrote a thesis — I even won an award for it at the Undergraduate Symposium. This experience will set me apart from others in my field. 51¶ºÄÌ Miss has brought out the researcher in me, and I am a better student because of it.
Learn by Doing
Find yourself studying about war and society, gaining practical legal skills, examining
the institutions of the government and legal systems, learning world languages, or
making the world your classroom. From practicing literary skills to questioning fundamental
beliefs in forums, here you will build human relationships!
Meet Dr. Ian Dunkle
Assistant Professor | A 19th-20th Century European philosopher
Reflecting on human nature in the 17th century, Blaise Pascal observed that we're driven by the challenge of difficult pursuits over the result. In the 19th century, Friedrich Nietzsche echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the power in confronting greater challenges. Teaching philosophy at 51¶ºÄÌ Miss provides me with the opportunity to inspire students to explore human nature and the good life, pushing them to think deeper and to challenge themselves. Witnessing them rise to this challenge is truly rewarding!
Alumni
We proudly boast a vibrant community of alumni that are soaring across industries
and working at companies around the world. Here are some recent graduates.
Meet A'Darius McCormick ’22
Broadcast Journalism BA
Multi-Skilled Journalist
The Victoria Television Group Navarro
Victoria, Texas
51¶ºÄÌ Miss is more than just a place; it's a piece of home. Here, I forged lifelong friendships and formed incredibly special connections. My professors, classmates, and friends became my chosen family, propelling me towards my dream of becoming a distinguished journalist. After graduating, I was ready for life. This readiness stemmed from a sum of experiences, primarily from my time at the Student Media Center, where I fulfilled various roles as a reporter, podcast host, and SMTV anchor.
Ali Melad ’23
Applied Economics BS | Computer Science minor
Mercatus Center Graduate fellow, Open Health Team
Pursuing Master's in Economics from George Mason University
Fairfax County, Virginia
Sarah Boone ’23
Anthropology BA
Bioarchaeologist at the Mississippi Department of Archives and History
Jackson, Mississippi
Sawyer Walters ’18
Criminal Justice BS
Development Officer at The USM Foundation
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Autumn Sobel ’17
History BA
Regional Training Manager at Alcon
Houston, Texas
Interesting Courses
Did you know over 1.8 K courses are offered in an academic year in society and culture? Here is a sampling of courses that might spark your interest.
Service-Learning in Black Studies
BLKS 491
Engage in a community service-learning project, in partnership with a local agency, that aims to address systemic inequalities and enhance living conditions for Black communities.
Traditions, Festivals, and Icons
SPA 332
Learn about the cultural traditions, festivals and icons of the Hispanic world, their origins, underlying motives and roles they play in shaping society’s culture and values.
U.S. Foreign Relations
HIS 473/573
Study America's international relations from its inception to the present, exploring their impact on domestic and global affairs.
The South and Film
ENG 400/ENG 489
Explore the portrayal of the American South in film and literature, spanning classics to recent works, including The Birth of a Nation (1915) to the Minari (2023).
Explore
- Anthropology
- Anthropology Minor
- American Indian Studies Minor
- Black Studies Minor
- Communication Studies BA
- Communication Studies BS
- Communication Studies Minor
- Criminal Justice (Juvenile Justice) BA
- Criminal Justice BA
- Criminal Justice Minor
- Digital Journalism BA
- Digital Journalism Minor
- Disability Studies Minor
- Economics Minor
- Economic Data Analysis Minor
- English (Licensure) BA
- English BA
- English Minor
- Health and Medical Humanities Minor
- History (Licensure in Social Studies) BA
- History BA
- History Minor
- History and Music History Minor
- Interdisciplinary Studies BIS
- Legal Studies (Paralegal) BA
- Legal Studies (Pre-Law) BA
- Legal Studies Minor
- Liberal Studies BLS
- Nonprofit Studies Minor
- Philosophy (Pre-Law) BA
- Philosophy BA
- Philosophy Minor
- Political Science (Pre-Law) BA
- Political Science BA
- Political Science BS
- Political Science Minor
- Social Science and Medicine Minor
- Sociology BS
- Sociology Minor
- Strategic Communication BA
- Strategic Communication Minor
- Sustainability Studies BA
- The Leadership Experience Certificate
- Women's and Gender Studies Minor
- World Languages (French) BA
- World Languages (Licensure) BA
- World Languages (Spanish) BA
- World Languages (Two Languages) BA
- World Languages (Classics) Minor
- World Languages (French) Minor
- World Languages (German) Minor
- World Languages (Latin) Minor
- World Languages (Spanish) Minor
Create your own 51¶ºÄÌ Miss story.
Have Questions?
Contact USM's College of Arts and Sciences via email at discover.casFREEMississippi.