Vision
All programs in the Behavioral Sciences Department lead students to an understanding of human behavior at multiple levels while preparing students for various professional roles, careers or advanced studies. By integrating theoretical knowledge with practical applications, our programs produce graduates who are ethical, analytical, and effective leaders in their communities and professional fields.
Mission
The mission of the Department of Behavioral Sciences is to provide an exceptional and comprehensive education that fosters an in-depth understanding of human behavior, from the individual to societal levels. Our faculty have expertise in Anthropology, Criminal Justice and Criminology, Psychology, and Sociology. We encourage our students to double major across our diverse programs to gain a holistic perspective on behavioral sciences. Anthropology students learn about human cultures using archaeology and ethnography, leveraging opportunities at the Winthrop Rockefeller Institute Station of the Arkansas Archeological Survey. Criminal Justice and Criminology majors receive innovative training tailored for 21st-century policing, including a focus on crime causation, GIS and cybersecurity. Psychology majors explore the intricacies of human behavior through rigorous research and practical experiences. Sociology majors gain insights into social processes, institutions, and human behavior. The Department of Behavioral Sciences stands as a superior choice for those seeking a comprehensive and impactful education in understanding human behavior and social dynamics.
anthropology & geographyThe Bachelor of Arts Degree in Anthropology and Geography focuses on building the methodological skills needed to analyze human systems across time and space with a focus on improvement of the human condition, from local communities to global interaction. Students will take courses in both Anthropology and Geography but may choose to focus on one or the other. |
anthropology minorThe anthropology curriculum at Tech focuses on the areas of cultural anthropology (contemporary cultural diversity) and archaeology (past human cultures) as well as the interactions between cultures and the environment. |
Archaeology Field SchoolAn archaeological field school, a practical training experience focused on developing in-demand skills in cultural Resource Management. Through lecture, exersices, and particiaption in archaeological field projects students master methods of archaeological survey, excavation, materials recovery, site data recording, and assemblage processing. |
Criminal JusticeThis program provides a background for students interested in a career in the field of criminal justice or a related area. |
PSYCHOLOGYThis program is designed to prepare students for a wide variety of industries and includes field-specific preparation for continued education at the master's or doctoral level. |
sociologyThis program is designed to prepare students for a wide variety of industries and includes field-specific preparation for continued education at the master’s or doctoral level. |
