School of Business, Education and Social Sciences
Dean: Caroline Maurer
Administrative Assistant: Stephanie Patterson
The School of Business, Education and Social Sciences prepares students to lead and serve by applying their understanding of human thought and development, culture, learning, and social and economic structures to complex social issues and systems in order to bring reconciliation and hope to the church and to society. The School provides:
- Intellectually challenging and faith affirming programs in a wide variety of disciplinary and interdisciplinary areas;
- Rich and carefully constructed majors that prepare students with the knowledge, skills and attitudes to serve faithfully and effectively in multiple professional settings;
- Preparation for graduate study including opportunities for students to engage in research with faculty and staff;
- A strong focus on experiential learning and community engagement in local, national and international settings;
- Partnerships with schools, businesses, non-profit organizations and social service agencies;
- An understanding of how our disciplines can support our Christian calling to bring redemption, reconciliation, and justice to a world in need
The following academic departments and programs are housed in the School of Business, Education and Social Sciences:
- Academic English Program
- Department of Education
- Department of Human Development and Family Science
- Department of Business
- Department of Psychology
- Department of Social Work
- Department of Sociology
- Early Learning Center
- International Business Institute
- Teacher Education Program