College of Social & Behavioral Sciences

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CSUSB among top 25 colleges with master’s in security studies

Cal State San Bernardino has been listed among the top 25 colleges in the nation with master’s degree programs in security studies, according to Security Degree Hub.

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Congratulations to Dr. Maria Santos on receiving the NIMH K23. The NIMH K23 Award is extraordinarily competitive and typically awarded to faculty at an R1 or R2 doctoral institution.Dr. Santos' research focuses on reducing mental health disparities with a specific interest in underserved populations such as Latinos experiencing depression or a first episode of psychosis.

NBC Palms Springs recently interviewed Dean Rafik Mohamed, Assistant Professor Marc Robinson (History), and Assistant Professor Zachary Powell (Criminal Justice) to discuss history, race, and policing. They provided context and background about our current national moment of protests and concerns about police misconduct. Watch the recap here. 

North of El Norte provides an important counterpoint by examining a lesser-known migration route: that of contemporary Mexican Migrants to Canada. Paloma Villegas examines the changing landscape of Canadian immigration policy and practice, and the implications for Mexican migrants who lack permanent resident status or citizenship.

CSUSB is now offering a fully online bachelor’s degree in its Social Sciences Degree Completion Program for students interested in advancing their studies and career. The program is flexible in design and broad in application and is also for those pursuing a career in teaching social sciences. For more information on eligibility and program requirements, visit the CSUSB Social Sciences Degree Completion Program Admission Requirements page.