Welcome to the Southwestern Social Science Association!

Founded in 1919, we are the oldest interdisciplinary social-science association in the United States, bringing together professionals and students in the spirit of collaboration. Join us! Present your work!

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Anthropology
Economics
History
International Studies
Political Science
Social Work
Sociology
Women's & Gender Studies

News & Events Past Stories

Southwestern Social Science Association Executive Committee Statement on the Assault on the United States Capitol Building, January 6, 2021

Like many around the world, we, scholars of the Southwestern Social Science Association, watched with shock and horror as the United States Capitol building was attacked and occupied by supporters of President Donald Trump. This ...
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Southwestern Social Science Association

SWPSA to continue online lecture series with a Century of Women in American Politics panel

The 2020 SWPSA Executive Council’s virtual lecture series, created to contribute to ongoing academic dialogue, and engage students and community members, will host its second of four events on Thursday, November 19, 2020 from 3 ...
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