Interdisciplinary Social Science

Research Spotlight: “Public Information Requests and Law Enforcement Transparency”

Published: | 11:55 am | Posted in: Faculty/Staff, News, Research That Works

Alexandra Cockerham, Ph.D., Associate Teaching Professor of Interdisciplinary Social Science and Director of the Public Policy Certificate at Florida State University, co-authored a chapter titled “Public Information Requests and Law Enforcement Transparency” within the book volume “Contemporary Political Participation and its Countervailing Effects on Civic Culture” with James Cockerham, Ph.D., Assistant Teaching Professor in the […]

Engage 2025-2026: COSSPP in Action

Published: | 11:40 am | Posted in: Faculty/Staff, News, Research That Works, Students

At Florida State University’s College of Social Sciences and Public Policy, we use evidence to shape policies, inform communities, and improve lives across Florida and beyond. Through hands-on teaching, groundbreaking research, and community engagement, COSSPP is committed to building a smarter, stronger Florida one project at a time. Our students, faculty, and alumni turn insight into action, partnering with local and statewide organizations to address the issues that matter most to Floridians.

Engage 2025-2026: The Future is Made in Bellamy

Published: | 9:40 am | Posted in: Faculty/Staff, News, Research That Works, Students

It is our mission at the College of Social Sciences and Public Policy to ensure that each of our students gets more than a degree from Florida State University. That’s why we encourage them to get involved beyond the classroom to form meaningful connections and prepare for fulfilling careers after graduation. We believe that the ‘Future is Made in Bellamy,’ and the many organizations that call our college home help prepare our students for success. 

Engage 2025–2026: Updates from COSSPP’s Chairs and Directors

Published: | 8:39 am | Posted in: Faculty/Staff, News, Research That Works, Students

As one of the nation’s top public R1 universities, FSU’s College of Social Sciences and Public Policy is home to 12 academic departments, 12 centers and institutes, and multiple interdisciplinary labs that advanced scholarship, strengthened community engagement, and prepared students for leadership in a changing world this year.

Learn How to Design Your Undergraduate Thesis at Upcoming ISS Honors Info Session

Published: | 10:32 am | Posted in: News, Students

Are you interested in conducting original research and graduating with honors? Mark your calendar for Friday, Oct. 9, at 11 a.m. for a special information session led by Dr. Michael Franklin, Associate Director of the University Honors Program. Honors in the Major Program gives you the opportunity to graduate with honors recognition in your major […]

Apply to COSSPP’s Prestigious Social Science Scholars Program

Published: | 1:24 pm | Posted in: News, Students

Apply for the College of Social Sciences and Public Policy’s prestigious Social Science Scholars Program by Friday, October 9, online at bit.ly/2027sssp.
The Social Science Scholars Program provides career-accelerating leadership training and experiences to 18 outstanding COSSPP undergraduate students with a major in the College, a cumulative GPA of 3.3 or higher, graduating no sooner than the Fall 2027 Semester.