Understand what it means to be human
The Human Studies minor at Union University offers an interdisciplinary foundation for students interested in education, human development, and the social sciences. Designed to provide flexibility, the minor complements a range of majors — equipping students with a broader understanding of human behavior, development, and learning for careers in education and human services.
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What You'll Study
Human Studies at Union is an integrative degree for students whose calling requires broad understanding of the human person — drawing from psychology, sociology, philosophy, and theology to develop the comprehensive view of human nature, culture, and flourishing that complex real-world service requires.
Understanding People to Serve Them Better
At Union, Human Studies invites you to think carefully about people — how they grow, how they learn, and what they need to flourish. Faculty guide your exploration across disciplines, preparing you for a career of service grounded in a deep and faith-informed understanding of what it means to be human.
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