Social Studies
To inquire about this program:
Barry Vann | 423.869.6247 | barry.vann@lmunet.edu
The Social Studies program at Lincoln Memorial University provides students with an interdisciplinary approach to the study of society and culture, both in the United States and abroad.
Special Features
The program offers a choice of two concentrations. The Global Issues track provides an opportunity to apply social science principles to a variety of problems affecting countries around the globe. The Comprehensive Social Studies track appeals to students preparing for teaching careers in secondary education. The program exceeds minimum content standards for the “No Child Left Behind” legislation. Graduates are content qualified to teach history, geography, government or economics at the middle and high school levels in Tennessee, Kentucky and Virginia. For specific teacher education requirements, the student should consult the Education Department.
Course Information
Social Studies Four Year Plan*
Global Issues (recommended for middle or high school teaching)
Courses to be completed by
Freshman Year
English 110
History 121
Natural Science Requirement
Math 101
Search for Meaning course
COMM 200
LNCN 100
History 131
Sophomore Year
Math 102
Physical Science Requirement
History 122
English 210
CIS 100
Introduction to Geography
Personal Development Requirement
History 132
Free electives (EDUC courses if seeking teacher licensure)
Junior Year
English 310
LNCN 300
GEOG 211 Introduction to Human Geography
GEOG 212 Introduction to Physical Geography
6 hours in Geography
Free electives (EDUC courses if seeking teacher licensure)
Senior Year
18 hours in history
Free electives (EDUC courses if seeking teacher licensure)
*Total hours earned must meet or exceed 128.
Social Studies Four Year Plan*
Comprehensive Social Studies (recommended for high school teaching)
Courses to be completed by
Freshman Year
English 110
History 121
Natural Science Requirement
Math 101
Search for Meaning course
COMM 200
LNCN 100
History 131
Sophomore Year
Math 102
Physical Science Requirement
History 122
English 210
CIS 100
Introduction to Geography
Personal Development Requirement
History 132
Free electives (EDUC courses if seeking teacher licensure)
Junior Year
English 310
LNCN 300
Fine Arts Requirement
Six hours in geography
Free electives (EDUC courses if seeking teacher licensure)
Senior Year
Nine hours in government, or economics
Three hours in history, geography, or economics
Free electives (EDUC courses if seeking teacher licensure)
*Total hours earned must meet or exceed 128.
Course Information
Even though this is a fairly new major, students have completed internships at public schools throughout the region.
Career Opportunities
Students who major in social studies can enjoy careers as teachers, lawyers, corporate researchers
and regional planners. |
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Admissions inquiries
Office of Admissions 423.869.6467
Email: admissions@lmunet.edu
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