Social Sciences Courses

SSC 100 INTRODUCTION TO THE SOCIAL SCIENCES
This course offers the students an opportunity to examine and analyze the theoretical framework and application of the various social sciences disciplines with an emphasis upon their inter-dependence. Three credit hours. Offered as needed.

SSC 200 HUMAN RELATIONS
This course integrates theory with experience in order to enhance self-awareness, self-concept and the ability to maximize inter-personal effectiveness. A primary emphasis of the course is on developing specific interpersonal skills through the effective use of communication techniques such as listening, observing, paraphrasing and perception checking. Three credit hours. Offered every semester (d & e).

SSC 210 THE HISTORY AND CONTRIBUTIONS OF AFRICAN-AMERICAN WOMEN
This course provides an exploration into the political, social, cultural and historical struggles faced by African-American women in the United States. Emphasis will be placed upon the unrecognized accomplishments of African-American women. Three credit hours. Offered as needed.

SSC 268/HHS 268 SEMINAR ON ALCOHOL AND DRUGS
An opportunity for students to attempt to understand the nature of the contemporary drug/alcohol problem; preparation for dealing objectively with the complex nature of drug/alcohol abuse. Three credit hours. Offered as needed.

SSC 298 SPECIAL TOPIC IN SOCIAL SCIENCES
(Topic to be specified each semester course offered.)

SSC 398 SPECIAL TOPIC IN SOCIAL SCIENCES
(Topic to be specified each semester course offered.)

SSC 477 FIELD EXPERIENCE
This course provides the student with both observational and "hands-on" learning experience through participation in an internship, ideally in the field in which the student will be seeking employment. For example, students may work at Fort Niagara anthropological sites, Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society, a law office, or law enforcement agencies. Students who are already on an established career path may enhance their visibility in the organization by completion of a special project related to their careers, subject to the approval by the Director of Academic Field Placement. One to nine credit hours. Prerequisites: A 3.0 cumulative GPA and Senior standing. Offered every semester.

SSC 498 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN SOCIAL SCIENCES