Department of humanities, social sciences, + communication
The Department of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Communication exemplifies Lawrence Technological University’s College of Arts and Sciences’ mission to foster creative minds and critical thinkers through effective teaching and real world experiences. LTU offers you a substantial assortment of courses from Victorian and Modern Literature, Broadcast Studio Technique, and Abnormal Psychology to Business Law. The diverse course work takes you beyond the classroom, whether it is a study abroad trip to Paris or the set of a newsroom – giving you the experience you need in today’s competitive working world.
IN THE NEWS
Yarbrough accepted for graduate study
Rachel Yarbrough, who received a Bachelor of Arts in English and Communication Arts in 2011, has been accepted for graduate study at Valparaiso University (Valparaiso, Indiana); the University of Aberdeen, (Aberdeen, Scotland); and the University of Leicester (Leicester, England). Rachel will pursue a Master in English Literature. Congratulations Rachel!
Apr 16
Review and Discussion of Mark Cornillie's book, The Brainiac Paradox
On Thursday, February 13, LTU’s HSSC department hosted a book review and discussion of The Brainiac Paradox, by author Mark Cornillie. The event was held in the Welcome Center of the Taubman Student Services building, and was organized and presented by the Southeastern Michigan chapter of the Society for Technical Communication.
Mar 21
Guest Blogger: Melinda Weinstein on Why Detroit's Cultural Heritage Museums are Going Digital
Detroit is home to four premiere American museums: The Detroit Institute of Arts, the Charles H. Wright Museum of African-American History, The Henry Ford, and the Detroit Historical Museum. Combined, they house millions of artworks, documents, photographs, and films that draw audiences to Detroit f...
Dec 6
LTU students put business theory into practice
Alex Mozeihem secures a camera in a drone. Business partner Zeran Gu and the company’s control tower are in the background. College humanities courses aren’t usually associated with commerce, but at Lawrence Technological University students in a communications course are learning how to turn thei...
May 6