Welcome to Humanities & Social Sciences!
W
hat are the Humanities?
To study the humanities is to explore the historical development and influences of ideas and values in the world. CFCC's Humanities program represents an exploration into this world by examining literature, philosophy, art and religion that has shaped our culture.
What are the Social Sciences?
To study the Social Sciences is to come into direct contact with the historical, political, sociological and educational development of major civilizations. CFCC's Social Sciences Division represents and exploration into this world by examining the global events, leaders and cultures that have shaped the world we know today.
Why Study the Humanities?
To understand the world in which you live, you must first comprehend the ideologies which have shaped our civilization. By becoming a CFCC Humanities student, you will:
- Develop critical thinking, communication and interpersonal skills enabling you to grow both personally and professionally
- Develop an intellectual appreciation for cultural disciplines
- Gain a deeper understanding of global values.
Why Study the Social Sciences?
To understand the world in which you live, you must first comprehend the contributions of the civilizations that have preceded today's global society. By becoming a CFCC Social Sciences student, you will:
- Develop critical thinking, communication and interpersonal skills enabling you to grow both personally and professionally
- Develop an intellectual appreciation for historical events and philosophies
- Gain a deeper understanding of global politics and leaders
Humanities Student Successes
Humanities majors are at a distinct advantage in an employment market that increasingly demands critical thinking and communications skills. Also, humanities disciplines provide exceptional preparation for graduate and professional school entrance exams. For example, philosophy majors score especially high on the GRE (verbal and quantitative), the LSAT, and GMAT, with a higher average score for all those tests than any other major. Many students pursue careers as:
- College professor in art, music, literature, religion, history
- Attorney
- Judge
- Publisher
- Communication director
- Writer/journalist
- Human resource director
- Editor
- Labor relations specialist
- Philanthropic leader
- Active citizen
Social Sciences Student Successes
Studies have shown that history majors categorically succeed over other declared majors in receiving superior scores on the LSAT and GRE graduate entrance exams. Many students pursue careers as:
- College professor in history, political science, education
- Attorney
- Political consultant
- Elected official
- Communication director
- Writer/journalist
- Social worker
- Editor
- Religious leader
- Organization development consultant
- Social scientist
- Public school superintendent
- Public school administration
- Textbook sales
- Educational software consultant
