Student Outcomes

Graduating students in majors within the Plymouth State University Department of Social Sciences will be able to:

  • Demonstrate cultural sensitivity through an appreciation for various forms of diversity at a global, national and regional level.
  • Conduct research ethically, as evidenced through effective research design and implementation.
  • Write clearly and concisely in the conventions of the respective core discipline(s) of their major (AN/SO, GE, PO, SS).
  • Exhibit effective oral communication through personal interaction as well a classroom presentations, individually or as part of a group, to a larger audience.
  • Demonstrate critical thinking and analytical skills through writing and verbal assessments
  • Identify the skills and perspective relating to the practical application of their discipline to professional settings.