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Social Sciences Department Newsletter - Fall 2015

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LETTER FROM THE CHAIR

The department is very excited about our new Learn by Doing Fund, which will be used to support research, travel and other hands-on experiences for students. 

Read Professor Terry Jones's message

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MEET THE NEW FACULTY

The Social Sciences Department is delighted to welcome three accomplished new colleagues to our faculty.  

Read more about the new faculty

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LETTERS FROM THE FIELD

Two of our graduates report on how they are using their social sciences degrees in traditional and unexpected ways in their careers. 

Read more about our alumni
 

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CAL POLY STUDENTS JOIN COUNTY JAIL INMATES FOR UNIQUE CLASS EXPERIENCE

Updates from some of our alumni, near and far, recent and not so recent!

Read more about students taking a class at the county jail

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DEPARTMENT HOSTS SCREENING OF 'BECOMING CALIFORNIA'

Last fall, the Social Sciences Department hosted a screening of a new documentary about the past, present and future of California's environment.

Read more about 'Becoming California'

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STUDENT AWARDS

Our students received recognition for their contribution to community life, exceptional service to the community and for their research. 

Read more about student awards

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HOPE'S VILLAGE: CAMPUS VISIT FROM SMALL HOUSES FOR HOMELESS PROJECT

A highlight from this year's Social Problems (SOC 111) class was a visit from local group Hope's Village and its "small house" trailer.

Read more about the small houses project
 

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FACULTY ACTIVITIES

Our faculty had a busy year, both in their projects with students and their scholarly activities. 

Read more about faculty activities

Harold R. Kerbo

SOCIOLOGY STALWART HAROLD R. KERBO RETIRES

Harold Kerbo joined the Social Sciences Department in 1977. He has chaired the department, found a highly successful study abroad program to Thailand, and published significant scholarship in his field. 

Read more about Harold Kerbo
 

Karen Moro - retirement gathering - thumbLONG-TIME OFFICE ASSISTANT KAREN MORO RETIRES

Last fall, office receptionist Karen Moro retired after 15 years with the Social Sciences Department. 

Read more about Karen Moro's retirement

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DONOR HONOR ROLL

We are proud to recognize our donors, both individual and organizations. 

Read the donor honor roll

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