Message from the Dean

Nels Christiansen, the dean of the School of Social Science and Civil Engagement, believes one of his most important roles is to act as an advocate, ensuring that others are getting the resources they need and the recognition they deserve. 
 

Leadership

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Nels Peter Christiansen, Ph.D.

Dean: School of Social Science and Civic Engagement, Associate Professor

Department Chairs

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Communication

Melissa McMullen, Ph.D.

Associate Professor

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Economics

David A. Macpherson, Ph.D.

E.M. Stevens Professor of Economics

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Education

Angela Breidenstein, Ed.D.

Professor

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Health Care Administration

Ed J. Schumacher, Ph.D.

Professor

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Political Science

Rosa Aloisi, Ph.D.

Associate Professor

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Sociology and Anthropology

Amy L. Stone, Ph.D.

Professor

Program Directors

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American Intercultural Studies

William T. Burke III, J.D.

Associate Professor

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Cultures and Languages Across the Curriculum

Zhaoxi (Josie) Liu, Ph.D.

Associate Professor and Carlos Augustus de Lozano Professor of Journalism

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East Asian Studies

Stephen Lee Field, Ph.D.

Lee Professorship in Chinese Language & Literature

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Environmental Studies

Greg Hazleton, Ph.D.

Lecturer, Environmental Studies Program Director

Alfred-Montoya
International Studies

Alfred Montoya, Ph.D.

Professor

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Strategic Communication

Camille Reyes, Ph.D.

Associate Professor

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Urban Studies

Christine Drennon, Ph.D.

Associate Professor