Social Sciences
Blinn College's Division of Social Sciences teaches critical thinking and observation skills, and challenges students to examine the world around us.
Schedule a conversation with a member of our Social Sciences team
Programs
Anthropology
Students who complete their Associate of Arts in Anthropology can transfer to a four-year college or university to pursue a bachelor’s degree in anthropology.
Criminal Justice
The Criminal Justice Program is designed for students interested in pursuing careers in law enforcement, corrections, and the court system.
Geography
The Associate of Arts Degree in Geography prepares students to seek a higher degree in geography at the four-year college/university level by providing hands-on experience in the field.
History
The History Program at Blinn College allows students to connect with the past, research primary documents, and improve their writing skills.
Paralegal and Legal Studies Program
Paralegals are the top assistants to lawyers and key members of the legal team.
Psychology
The Psychology Program offers Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees in psychology and prepares students to transfer to a four-year college or university, where they can pursue a bachelor's degree.
Sociology
Students learn critical thinking, data analysis and interpretation, and collaboration skills.
Contact Us
Dean
Brandon Franke, M.A.
bfranke@blinn.edu
979-209-7318
Assistant Deans
Shonda Whetstone, Ph.D.
(Criminal Justice, Geography, Government, Paralegal, Sociology & Social Work)
shonda.whetstone@blinn.edu
979-209-7333
Dr. Katherine Wickes (Anthropology, History & Psychology)
katherine.wickes@blinn.edu
979-209-7331
Department Heads
Jonnathon Hicks (Geography & Government)
jonnathon.hicks@blinn.edu
979-209-8212
Kenneth Howell, Ph.D (History)
khowell@blinn.edu
979-209-7239
Rachel Gallardo, Ph.D.
(Anthropology & Psychology)
rachel.gallardo@blinn.edu
979-209-7418
Robert Stanberry
(Criminal Justice, Paralegal, Sociology & Social Work)
robert.stanberry@blinn.edu
979-209-7399