Our students become keen observers of human social behavior, including social change, diverse communities and their interactions, and the science that helps answer complex questions. They enjoy ...

Our graduate program presents opportunities for systematic studies that differ from the undergraduate experience. Our MA students are preparing to become independent and analytical ...

The Journal of Economic Perspectives (JEP) attempts to fill a gap between the general interest press and most other academic economics journals. The journal aims to publish articles that will serve ...

Humans are social creatures and therefore it seems intuitive that talking to other people should increase our feelings of happiness and social connectedness. Many studies show the negative effects of ...

The term “social battery” describes the amount of energy a person has for socializing. People with a full social battery have plenty of energy for social interactions, whereas those with a low social ...