The social sciences focus on the study of people, as individuals and as members of societies, as well as the systems and environments that they create. Many aspects of the field overlap with the natural sciences and humanities, although the social sciences have developed their own intellectual tradition and methodologies. They have given rise to some of the most important intellectual work of the modern world. This work has deepened our knowledge of humanity and revealed the complexity and richness of the human condition. More>
Tuesday, June 10
10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
N-201
The Social Science Division, in collaboration with the BC Library, is excited to launch a new quarterly series titled Social Science Discovery. This initiative will feature faculty-led talks aimed at enriching the student learning experience. Our inaugural event, The Cambodian Genocide After 50 Years: Cambodian Orphans Returning Home, will be presented by Tony Tessandori – our Anthropology Program Chair.
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GEOG 258:
Intro to Mapping & Geographic
Information System (GIS)
Fall 2025
Are you interested in learning how to solve problems using maps? Would you like to learn about new technologies and software that can be used in the business world, the military, and non-governmental organizations?
Revamped course & no prerequisite required!
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2024-25 BC Excellence Award Part-Time Faculty Winner
Humaira Jackson
Economics Program
It’s been more than two decades since Humaira started at BC, and the impact she has made on the campus is nothing short of transformational. From helping to establish the college’s first real-time data dashboard as Data Lead for the Faculty Commons, to the development of the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning pilot, to the upgrade of Econ 100, her leadership and achievements have helped raise the bar for Bellevue College. Congratulations Humaira!
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The Distinguished Dissertation in Qualitative Inquiry Award Recipient
Leo Kiralla, Ph.D.
Psychology Program
Dr. Leo Kiralla has received the Distinguished Dissertation in Qualitative Inquiry Award from the American Psychological Association’s Division 5 (research methods) for “Recognition and the Embedded Self: Rhythmicity, Responsibility, and Paradox in Adult Monozygotic Twins” submitted to the Fielding Graduate University in August 2024. He will be honored at the APA Convention in August, 2025 in Denver.
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BC’s Model UN Team Recognized as a “Distinguished Delegation”
BC’s Model UN team is recognized as a “Distinguished Delegation” representing Norway during the 2025 National Model United Nations conference. This is a tremendous tribute to our hardworking, talented students and the dedication and enthusiasm of our amazing faculty advisors – Dr. Christina Sciabarra and Dr. Tim Jones from the Political Science program. Congratulations!
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D110
Office Hours:
• Mon. – Fri. 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.