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HUMANITIES<br />
AND SOCIAL<br />
SCIENCES
HUMANITIES<br />
AND SOCIAL<br />
SCIENCES<br />
A world of inquiry in New York<br />
City: HUMSOC at <strong>MMC</strong><br />
MAJORS<br />
• Creative Writing<br />
• English <strong>and</strong> World Literatures<br />
• History<br />
• International Studies<br />
• Interdisciplinary Studies<br />
• Philosophy <strong>and</strong> Religious Studies<br />
• Politics <strong>and</strong> Human Rights<br />
MINORS<br />
• Asian Studies<br />
• Creative Writing<br />
• English <strong>and</strong> World<br />
Literatures<br />
• Gender <strong>and</strong> Sexuality<br />
Studies<br />
• History<br />
• International Studies<br />
• Law <strong>and</strong> Ethics<br />
• Literature <strong>and</strong> Media<br />
• Philosophy<br />
• Politics <strong>and</strong><br />
Human Rights<br />
• Political Science<br />
• Race <strong>and</strong> Anti-Racism<br />
• Religious Studies<br />
• <strong>Social</strong> Work<br />
• Sociology<br />
INTERDISCIPLINARY<br />
STUDIES<br />
Imaginative <strong>and</strong> ground-breaking,<br />
just like you: IDS at <strong>MMC</strong><br />
Construct your own college degree at <strong>MMC</strong> with a<br />
major in Interdisciplinary Studies. Each IDS program is<br />
individualized, self-designed, <strong>and</strong> boundary-crossing—<br />
an exact fit for your interests. Do sound design with<br />
technical know-how <strong>and</strong> insights from the study of<br />
music <strong>and</strong> poetry. Make films about environmental<br />
sustainability, drawing upon your knowledge of science,<br />
history, <strong>and</strong> international development. Examine the<br />
psychology <strong>and</strong> sociology of fan fiction writers. The<br />
possibilities are endless. As an IDS major, you will work<br />
closely with a faculty team to assemble a program that is<br />
yours, <strong>and</strong> yours alone.<br />
www.mmm.edu/ids<br />
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INTERNSHIPS AND ALUMNI SUCCESS<br />
Current student internships <strong>and</strong> recent graduate<br />
job sites include:<br />
▶ Condé Nast Traveler<br />
▶ HBO<br />
▶ L’Oréal<br />
▶ MLB Advanced Media<br />
▶ New York Times<br />
▶ Oxford University Press<br />
▶ Paste Magazine<br />
▶ Penguin R<strong>and</strong>om House<br />
▶ Ralph Lauren<br />
▶ SPIN Magazine<br />
▶ W.W. Norton & Company<br />
WRITING, LANGUAGE,<br />
AND LITERATURE AT <strong>MMC</strong><br />
Scholars, Authors, Innovators<br />
Join one of the few creative writing undergrad programs in the publishing capital of the United States or study texts<br />
<strong>and</strong> media from around the globe.<br />
CREATIVE<br />
WRITING (BFA)<br />
What better place in the world to be a writer than New<br />
York City? In the Creative Writing major, compose<br />
poetry, fiction, <strong>and</strong> creative nonfiction in workshop-based<br />
courses. It’s all about the process: from creative spark to<br />
draft, revision, submission, <strong>and</strong> publication. Publish your<br />
work in <strong>MMC</strong>’s student-produced literary journal, The<br />
Carson Review.<br />
“The encouragement<br />
I received from<br />
the WLL faculty<br />
has pushed me to<br />
pursue my passion.<br />
I’m grateful to be<br />
part of a supportive<br />
community.”<br />
— Greer Temnick ’15<br />
www.mmm.edu/english<br />
ENGLISH AND WORLD<br />
LITERATURES MAJOR<br />
(BA)<br />
Two concentrations:<br />
WORLD LITERATURE CONCENTRATION<br />
The World Literature concentration at <strong>MMC</strong> goes beyond<br />
the usual reading lists with its global, cross-cultural<br />
approach. Develop superior critical reading <strong>and</strong> writing<br />
skills as you analyze, interpret, discuss, <strong>and</strong> debate the<br />
meaning of compelling texts, classic <strong>and</strong> contemporary.<br />
Hone the crafts of research <strong>and</strong> teaching while working in<br />
partnership with faculty mentors.<br />
LITERATURE AND MEDIA<br />
CONCENTRATION Within the Literature <strong>and</strong> Media<br />
concentration, the classic inspires the cutting edge; text<br />
transforms into contemporary media. This is WLL’s home<br />
for budding filmmakers, video documentarians, longform<br />
journalists, fan fiction writers, <strong>and</strong> social media<br />
practitioners who bring literary sensibilities to their<br />
work. Produce <strong>and</strong> contribute to <strong>MMC</strong>’s online student<br />
magazine TwoTwoOne (twotwoone.nyc).<br />
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INTERNATIONAL<br />
STUDIES<br />
With the world, <strong>and</strong> for it:<br />
IS at <strong>MMC</strong><br />
The innovative program in International Studies at <strong>MMC</strong> puts the<br />
pressing issues of our time in global perspective. Focus on regions,<br />
governments, international relations, human rights, development, <strong>and</strong><br />
sustainability, all against the backdrop of culture <strong>and</strong> economics. Then<br />
travel the world through our study abroad programs or gain concrete<br />
experience right here in New York City: the <strong>MMC</strong> United Nations<br />
Program offers qualified juniors <strong>and</strong> seniors a full-time, semester-long<br />
professional immersion at the UN, working with non-governmental<br />
organizations (NGOs) <strong>and</strong> permanent<br />
missions of member states.<br />
INTERNSHIPS AND<br />
ALUMNI SUCCESS<br />
Current student internships <strong>and</strong> recent graduate<br />
job sites include:<br />
▶ ABC News<br />
▶ The Center for Migration Studies<br />
▶ Council on Foreign Relations<br />
▶ Fair Trade USA<br />
▶ The Ford Foundation<br />
▶ Human Rights Watch<br />
▶ International Rescue Committee<br />
▶ Institute of International Education<br />
▶ International Peace Institute<br />
▶ National <strong>and</strong> local political offices<br />
▶ Peace Corps<br />
▶ Presidential, national, <strong>and</strong> local political<br />
campaigns<br />
▶ The Red Cross<br />
▶ United Nations<br />
▶ United States Foreign Service<br />
▶ United States Department of State<br />
▶ World Policy Institute<br />
“My professors cared deeply about my academic <strong>and</strong><br />
personal success... I was admitted to the London School of<br />
Economics in Environment & Development, <strong>and</strong> Fulbright<br />
South Korea. The city opportunities <strong>and</strong> connections that I<br />
gained are absolutely unmatched.”<br />
www.mmm.edu/internationalstudies<br />
—Madison Weisend ’20<br />
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HISTORY<br />
The past is very much our<br />
present: HIST at <strong>MMC</strong><br />
History has traditionally been a go-to major for undergraduates who<br />
want to underst<strong>and</strong> themselves <strong>and</strong> their world in context. Where we<br />
are now—<strong>and</strong> where we’re headed—is embedded in history. This is<br />
still the spirit of the major at <strong>MMC</strong>, but our interdisciplinary program<br />
puts you in charge of the exploration. Mix <strong>and</strong> match courses from 23<br />
available “areas of inquiry” to tailor a program to your exact historical<br />
interests. Our innovative program teaches the fundamental skills that the<br />
History major is known for—analyzing sources, evaluating evidence, <strong>and</strong><br />
constructing effective written <strong>and</strong> oral arguments—but it changes the<br />
game by placing you at the center of the inquiry.<br />
www.mmm.edu/history<br />
“The variety of classes<br />
offered allowed me to<br />
realize my passion for<br />
Asian history. The small<br />
class sizes really foster<br />
student-professor<br />
engagement, as well as<br />
friendships with likeminded<br />
peers.”<br />
— Karyl Balatbat ’19<br />
AREAS OF INQUIRY<br />
▶ African History<br />
▶ African-American History <strong>and</strong> Culture<br />
▶ American History <strong>and</strong> Culture<br />
▶ Ancient History <strong>and</strong> Culture<br />
▶ Asian History <strong>and</strong> Culture<br />
▶ European History <strong>and</strong> Culture<br />
▶ Film History<br />
▶ Global History<br />
▶ Hispanic/Latin American History<br />
▶ History of Business <strong>and</strong> Advertising<br />
▶ History of Costume <strong>and</strong> Fashion<br />
▶ History <strong>and</strong> Culture of Dance<br />
▶ History <strong>and</strong> Culture of Music<br />
▶ History <strong>and</strong> Culture of New York City<br />
▶ History <strong>and</strong> Culture of Theatre<br />
▶ History of Gender <strong>and</strong> Sexuality<br />
▶ History of Race <strong>and</strong> Ethnicity<br />
▶ History of Religions<br />
▶ History of STEM (Science, Technology,<br />
Engineering, <strong>and</strong> Math)<br />
▶ Legal History<br />
▶ Media History<br />
▶ Medieval History <strong>and</strong> Culture<br />
▶ Modern European Intellectual History<br />
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PHILOSOPHY<br />
AND RELIGIOUS<br />
STUDIES<br />
Always more than meets<br />
the eye: PHIL/RS at <strong>MMC</strong><br />
Study Philosophy at <strong>MMC</strong> <strong>and</strong> become Socrates in the city:<br />
a questioner in search of wisdom, clear-eyed about human<br />
truths, in tune with the bigger picture. Or concentrate in<br />
Religious Studies <strong>and</strong> explore your own heritage <strong>and</strong> beliefs<br />
<strong>and</strong> those of others, gaining cross-cultural knowledge<br />
that is essential for informed global citizenship. PHIL/RS<br />
at <strong>MMC</strong> is about inquiry that goes beyond the surface:<br />
we encourage deep thinking about the situation of our<br />
fellow human beings <strong>and</strong> the pursuit of life-changing<br />
self-knowledge. Our program lays the foundation for both<br />
personal growth <strong>and</strong> professional success.<br />
INTERNSHIPS AND<br />
ALUMNI SUCCESS<br />
Current student internships <strong>and</strong> recent graduate<br />
job sites include:<br />
▶ CBS Records<br />
▶ Corbin & Lever Law Firm<br />
▶ Evangelical Lutheran Church<br />
▶ Network for Peace through Dialogue<br />
▶ Odyssey Networks<br />
▶ Paper<br />
▶ Ministry of Defense, Singapore<br />
▶ Stance<br />
▶ Telos<br />
“Studying philosophy<br />
has been essential<br />
to my law school<br />
career. It taught me<br />
the fundamentals<br />
of being a future<br />
lawyer – how to think,<br />
make arguments,<br />
<strong>and</strong> most importantly break down<br />
arguments. In law school this is<br />
what they expect us to do, <strong>and</strong><br />
having a background in philosophy<br />
gave me the fundamentals to<br />
enhance these skills.”<br />
— Jenna Ventola ’14<br />
www.mmm.edu/philosophy<br />
▶ VICE News<br />
TOP GRADUATE SCHOOL<br />
ADMISSIONS<br />
Philosophy <strong>and</strong> Religious Studies majors at <strong>MMC</strong><br />
have gone on to earn advanced degrees at universities<br />
including:<br />
▶ Columbia University<br />
▶ George Mason University School of Law<br />
▶ London School of Economics<br />
▶ New York University<br />
▶ Oxford University<br />
▶ Princeton University<br />
▶ Seton Hall School of Law<br />
▶ University of Chicago<br />
▶ University of Wisconsin, Madison<br />
▶ Villanova Law School<br />
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POLITICS AND<br />
HUMAN RIGHTS<br />
The significance of social change,<br />
strategies of social justice: PHR<br />
at <strong>MMC</strong><br />
Politics <strong>and</strong> Human Rights majors at <strong>MMC</strong> fuse creativity with<br />
critical inquiry. Students study the production <strong>and</strong> transformation of<br />
culture, politics, <strong>and</strong> social life with an eye towards problem-solving<br />
inequalities. The program exp<strong>and</strong>s from foundational social <strong>and</strong><br />
political texts to emphasize racial justice, queer theory, <strong>and</strong> the<br />
role of arts <strong>and</strong> culture in social movements <strong>and</strong> broad processes<br />
of social change. Excursions in NYC, well-placed internships, <strong>and</strong><br />
faculty-led travel experiences will get you out of the classroom to<br />
engage the many dimensions <strong>and</strong> dilemmas of human rights, power,<br />
citizenry, <strong>and</strong> social action. Seniors complete a capstone thesis<br />
of original research <strong>and</strong> analysis that matches their aspirations<br />
<strong>and</strong> demonstrates their preparation in theory, historical context,<br />
methods, <strong>and</strong> social practice.<br />
As a result of their education at <strong>MMC</strong>, PHR majors are ready for<br />
graduate study <strong>and</strong> careers in government, law, local <strong>and</strong> international<br />
arts <strong>and</strong> social justice non-profits, <strong>and</strong> charitablefoundations, as well as<br />
in the fields of journalism, public health, social ecology, <strong>and</strong> education.<br />
INTERNSHIPS AND<br />
ALUMNI SUCCESS<br />
Current student internships <strong>and</strong> recent<br />
graduate job sites include:<br />
▶ Anti-Defamation League<br />
▶ Brooklyn Defender Services, Family<br />
Defense Practice<br />
▶ Brooklyn District Attorney’s Office<br />
▶ MSNBC<br />
▶ New York City Council<br />
▶ New York City Department of Cultural<br />
Affairs<br />
▶ New York Civil Liberties Union<br />
▶ New York State Department of Children<br />
<strong>and</strong> Family Services<br />
▶ Manhattan Borough President’s Office<br />
▶ National <strong>and</strong> state-wide political offices<br />
▶ Planned Parenthood<br />
▶ Presidential, national, <strong>and</strong> local political<br />
campaigns<br />
▶ Shields for Families<br />
▶ The True Colors Fund<br />
▶ Urban Justice Center<br />
www.mmm.edu/politics<br />
“From building a<br />
strong sense of<br />
community with<br />
faculty <strong>and</strong> peers<br />
to being exposed<br />
to countless<br />
multilayered political<br />
perspectives, <strong>MMC</strong><br />
was both motivating<br />
<strong>and</strong> challenging. I loved how in<br />
the same day I would go from a<br />
seminar discussing an issue to<br />
meeting people in the city making<br />
decisions <strong>and</strong> taking action on the<br />
same topic.”<br />
— Juan Camilo Osorio ’20<br />
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HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES<br />
Faculty Center, 3 rd Floor<br />
221 East 71 st Street, New York, NY 10021<br />
Phone: 646-393-4111<br />
humsoc@mmm.edu<br />
www.mmm.edu<br />
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