Social Sciences

Blinn College's Division of Social Sciences teaches critical thinking and observation skills, and challenges students to examine the world around us.

Programs

Anthropology

Students who complete their Associate of Arts in Anthropology can transfer to a four-year college or university to pursue a bachelor’s degree in anthropology.

Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice Program is designed for students interested in pursuing careers in law enforcement, corrections, and the court system.

Geography

The Associate of Arts Degree in Geography prepares students to seek a higher degree in geography at the four-year college/university level by providing hands-on experience in the field.

History

The History Program at Blinn College allows students to connect with the past, research primary documents, and improve their writing skills.

Paralegal and Legal Studies Program

Paralegals are the top assistants to lawyers and key members of the legal team.

Psychology

The Psychology Program offers Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees in psychology and prepares students to transfer to a four-year college or university, where they can pursue a bachelor's degree.

Sociology

Students learn critical thinking, data analysis and interpretation, and collaboration skills.

Contact Us

Dean

Brandon Franke, M.A.
bfranke@joe-yan.net
979-209-7318

Assistant Deans

Shonda Whetstone, Ph.D.
(Criminal Justice, Geography, Government, Paralegal, Sociology & Social Work)
shonda.whetstone@joe-yan.net
979-209-7333

Dr. Katherine Wickes (Anthropology, History & Psychology)
katherine.wickes@joe-yan.net
979-209-7331

Department Heads

Jonnathon Hicks (Geography & Government)
jonnathon.hicks@joe-yan.net
979-209-8212

Kenneth Howell, Ph.D (History)
khowell@joe-yan.net
979-209-7239

Rachel Gallardo, Ph.D.
(Anthropology & Psychology)
rachel.gallardo@joe-yan.net
979-209-7418

Robert Stanberry
(Criminal Justice, Paralegal, Sociology & Social Work)
robert.stanberry@joe-yan.net
979-209-7399

News

Blinn students see the law in action during Texas 10th Court of Appeals visit

2023 marks the court's 10th visit to the Blinn-Bryan Campus

Texas 10th Court of Appeals to hear three cases at the Blinn-Bryan Campus

10th annual visit allows the public to witness the law in action, meet judges, and ask questions