You don’t believe in sayings like, “That’s just the way it is.” You perpetually ask why. You think outside the box in everything you do. You belong in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences.
At Indiana University Kokomo, the School of Humanities and Social Sciences is the heart of our academic and intellectual life, providing education designed to prepare well-rounded, globally-minded citizens.
With seven academic departments within the School, you’re sure to find the perfect combination of a major, concentration, certificate, and minor to suit your interests and career aspirations while you deepen your intellectual understanding, broaden your horizons, and ask the tough questions.
If you’re ready to jump in and get started on a degree within the School of Humanities and Social Sciences, let’s chat! Contact an admissions counselor today.
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- Certificate in Homeland Security and Emergency Management
- Certificate in Correctional Management and Supervision
- Certificate in Public Safety
- Certificate in Spanish
- Postbaccalaureate Certificate in New Media, Art, and Technology
- Graduate Certificate in Composition Studies
- Graduate Certificate in Literature
- Graduate Certificate in Language and Literature
- Graduate Certificate in Communication Studies
- Online Graduate Certificate in History
- Online Graduate Certificate in Political Science
- American Identities
- Art History
- Communication
- Creative Writing
- English Literature
- Film Studies
- History
- Individualized English Minor
- International Studies
- Irish Studies
- Music
- New Media, Art, and Technology
- Philosophy
- Political Science
- Pre-Law
- Professional Writing
- Psychology
- Social Justice and Community Engagement
- Sociology
- Spanish
- Studio Art
- Theatre
15:1Student-to-Faculty Ratio
13Bachelor's Degrees in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences
35Student Clubs and Organizations
Docere: A Life-Long Learning Program
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Veteran finds new path from communication faculty
When Dan Allender West returned to college, he expected to go to class, do what was required, and complete his degree as quickly as possible.
“I planned on coming back to check off the boxes to get my degree, and then move on, hopefully to a career related to my field,” said Allender West, a senior at Indiana University Kokomo. “A few professors were instrumental in helping me find joy in the process in a way I didn’t expect, coming in at 35 and graduating at 37.”
Dan's story here
Art students challenge creativity in nature
Cybil Johnson admits she was skeptical about her summer class, which required her to spend three days away from home at the Camp Tecumseh Leadership Center.
Minimal cell phone coverage and a requirement to create art from materials found in the woods seemed less than appealing.
But after completing Indiana University Kokomo’s New Media, Art, and Technology (NMAT) Connected Foundations class, she calls it a life-changing experience.
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Humanities major allows students to chart path
To meet the needs of students with a broad array of interests, Indiana University Kokomo introduces additional concentrations to the Bachelor of Arts in Humanities degree.
Joann Kaiser, program coordinator, said the humanities major prepares students for many careers because of its emphasis on critical thinking, problem solving, and writing skills. It also provides excellent preparation for graduate school.
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