The Donald Everett Axinn Division of Social Sciences

The Southern Vermont College Donald Everett Axinn Division of Social Sciences focuses on the social, psychological and political aspects of human beings. The Division strives to help students understand social structure and the contribution of the individual in an effort to develop a sense of empowerment and the desire to actively address social issues. Building on a strong liberal arts foundation, study in each of the majors provides students with preparation for both professional employment and graduate study. Students majoring in The Donald Everett Axinn Division of Social Sciences are encouraged to pursue service-learning as part of their course work. In this way, students will recognize the connection between their academic work and their role as citizens in a democratic society.