Department of Social Sciences & Humanities

UM-Flint’s Department of Social Sciences & Humanities encompasses the disciplines commonly considered cornerstones of human intellectual inquiry. Our exceptional faculty will guide you in exploring contemporary society, politics, the economy, historical processes, and the making of the modern world.

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Bring Collective Wisdom to the Table

Gain a broad understanding of our collective human experience and a range of analytical skills and experiences that provide an invaluable perspective for any career.

  • Examine various theories and explore different ways of knowing and seeing
  • Learn how to use the building blocks of political, legal, philosophical, and economic theory to explore, assess, and contribute to modern society
  • Elect to focus on a specific discipline, or customize your learning with our Integrated Social Sciences degree

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Sami Kotob

“Enrolling at UM-Flint meant that I not only finished my bachelor’s in just two years, but it was also an affordable way to get a Michigan degree. More than that, I think the opportunities offered to the students at UM-Flint, in terms of research and professional development, are just unheard of anywhere else.”

Sami Kotob

Political Science & Economics, 2024