CHRIST COLLEGE + SOCIAL SCIENCE
= purpose in practice CC + CAS Students…
Graduate in four years with a well-rounded, complementary curriculum and the support of at least two academic advisors
CURI OS IT Y ME E T S PURP OS E . The distinctive combination of Christ College – The Honors College with social science programs creates an opportunity for students who want to enhance their learning of human behavior and societal structures. This interdisciplinary environment brings together future analysts, researchers, and policymakers from programs like political science, social work, and psychology. Working alongside peers from other majors and minors, you’ll develop the cross-sector perspectives for tackling complex social challenges and creating unique career opportunities. The Christ College focus on critical thinking, leadership, and communication enhances the foundational education gained through the College of Arts and Sciences social science programs, where students are encouraged to apply their analytical skills to understand global systems, examine economic patterns and geographical phenomena, and contribute meaningfully to addressing real-world challenges facing our interconnected world.
Receive personal attention and one-on-one interaction with faculty members
Find extra support for undergraduate research and study abroad
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES DEAN GREGG “BAGEL” JOHNSON, Ph.D., SAYS CHRIST COLLEGE + SOCIAL SCIENCE STUDENTS ARE … • A nalytical problem-solvers who examine societal issues through multiple lenses • H ard-working advocates who influence change by pairing narratives and data-driven evidence • Socially conscious individuals who understand their role in addressing relevant issues • G lobal citizens who recognize how historical patterns and cultural differences lead to meaningful change
A VALPO EDUCATION At Valpo, you receive a comprehensive, rigorous education within the liberal arts tradition, learning to think critically, communicate clearly, and solve complex problems creatively. With ample access to resources, facilities, and above all, faculty, you obtain the individualized attention and guidance fundamental to reaching your full potential. Together, Christ College and the College of Arts and Sciences social science programs cultivate well-rounded scholars who learn to synthesize knowledge from multiple fields, apply humanistic inquiry, and engage with enduring questions to shape a more just and compassionate world.
“In Christ College, I have learned how to build confidence in my own voice without compromising the voice of the person across from me. I can effectively provide my unique input into a conversation, while actively quieting myself to hear others’ opinions.” A N D R E W AT T I N G E R ’ 2 5, ’27 M. A . CHRIST COLLEGE SCHOLAR MAJOR: PSYCHOLOGY GRADUATE PROGRAM: CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING
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“My experience in Christ College fostered my passion for interdisciplinary and intercultural engagement, shaped my critical thinking and writing abilities, and broadened my perspective regarding the power of an open-minded, diverse community” PAY T O N H O D S O N ’ 22
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CHRIST COLLEGE SCHOLAR FULBRIGHT SCHOLAR MAJORS: PSYCHOLOGY AND SPANISH MINOR: HUMANITIES
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