How do social institutions and practices shape human experience? How do individuals contribute to social stability and change?
SEB addresses these questions through a critical examination of the perspectives and tools used to understand human behavior, social institutions, and social policies. SEB combines an exploration of the ethical dimensions of individual and social action with analyses across multiple disciplines including sociology, psychology, media and cultural studies, anthropology, ethics, and political philosophy. The SEB faculty is committed to providing students with opportunities to engage in empirical research and project-based learning experiences in and beyond the classroom.
Graduating SEB students are ideally prepared to pursue professional careers or advanced study in a wide variety of fields, such as social work, education, public policy, law, media and cultural studies, and human resources. SEB also educates students to assume more active leadership roles within their communities, families, and workplaces.
Leslie Ashbaugh, Colin Danby, Mike Gillespie, Susan Harewood, Ron Krabill, Kari Lerum, Keith Nitta, Elizabeth Thomas, Bill Seaburg, Wadiya Udell
Leslie Bussert, Amanda Hornby, Suzan Parker
While there are no official requirements, students choosing this degree options will find it helpful to have completed college coursework in psychology, sociology, statistics, and philosophy.
One of the best things about UW Bothell is the superb faculty. My experience [at UW Bothell] has...opened my eyes to a bigger world and given me the tools to choose to do something valuable with my education and my life. Thank you UW Bothell for changing my life.Angela Johnson Class of 2006
I just love that moment that occurs at about the 7th or 8th week into the quarter when suddenly everyone in the class knows each other and trusts each other enough that class discussions go to a deeper level than they had previously, and you walk out of class eager for the discussion to continue because it’s been so rich and satisfying.Debra Bryant Class of 2006
