Social Sciences at McNeese State University It is my pleasure to welcome you to the Department of Social Sciences! We are a large and diverse department that takes pride in fostering personal and professional development in our students. Our mission is to provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary for you to succeed in a number of fields, as well as encourage a greater understanding of yourself and your community. We pride ourselves in knowing our students personally and treating them with professional respect. We take the idea of 'Excellence with a personal touch' very seriously - our students feel very comfortable approaching their advisors and faculty for assistance and guidance, forming long-term friendships and mentorships. We also learn from our students' experiences, appreciating that education is a two-way street. We welcome your questions and feedback, and encourage you to explore what we can offer to help you in your personal and professional goals. Sincerely, Billy M. Turner, PhD Head, Department of Social Sciences Questions or feedback: Matthew A. Butkus, PhD All pages are copyrighted 2008. Department of Social Sciences 110 Kaufmann Hall McNeese State University 4205 Ryan Street, Lake Charles, LA 70609 Phone: 337-475-5166