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Welcome to the College of Social Sciences and Public Policy (COSSPP) at Florida State University! We are FSU's third-largest college with 12 academic units and 12 centers and institutes, our award-winning faculty produce leading research in their fields.
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Engage is the College of Social Sciences and Public Policy’s annual magazine celebrating the impact of our students, faculty, staff, and alumni. The 2024–2025 edition highlights stories of resilience, innovation, and leadership — from student organizations and research breakthroughs to alumni achievements and new initiatives shaping communities in Florida and beyond.
FSU’s MAEP Joins National Association for Business Economics Partner Program
The Master’s of Science in Applied Economics program (MAEP) in the Department of Economics at FSU has joined the prestigious National Association for Business Economics (NABE).
Student Spotlight: Simon Case
Simon Case – master’s student in Urban and Regional Planning – recently began a Graduate Research Assistantship in the Office of the President and Provost at Florida State University.
Alumni Spotlight: Charles Parkins
Charles Parkins – an FSU graduate (B.S. Sociology ‘10) – was recently appointed as the division director of juvenile services for the King County Department of Adult and Juvenile DetentionExternal Link (DAJD) in Seattle.
Career Liaison Advising hours
Jessica O'Neill is our Career Liaison and conducts both virtual and in-person advising sessions at these times. Appointments can be made via The NoleNetwork.
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Apply Today to a COSSPP Graduate Program!
Learn more about our graduate programs, how to combine multiple programs, and how to begin graduate studies as an undergraduate student!
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Apply Today for a Combined Pathways Program
If you’re interested in pursuing a master’s degree and want to get ahead on graduate school while completing your bachelor’s degree, apply for a combined pathways program in the College of Social Sciences and Public Policy!
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The Future is Made in Bellamy
Learn more about how to get involved and get more than a degree during your time at FSU.
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COSSPP Monthly Newsletter Archive
Our COSSPP Monthly Newsletter includes information about opportunities and events for our students, faculty, staff, and the broader FSU community. If you're not a COSSPP major, faculty, or staff member, you can find the archive of our recent newsletters below.
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Students, have you done something noteworthy? Fill out this 20-minute survey to be considered for a 'COSSPP Student Spotlight' feature story!
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We will be sending newsletters to all Alumni & Friends with quarterly updates. To subscribe and receive our summer edition, use the link below!
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Alumni Spotlight: Charles Parkins
January 14, 2026
Charles Parkins – an FSU graduate (B.S. Sociology ‘10) – was recently appointed as the division director of juvenile services for the King County Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention (DAJD …
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Department of Geography Hosts December 2025 Colloquium
January 7, 2026
FSU’s Geography Department …
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Student Spotlight: Simon Case
January 7, 2026
Simon Case – master’s student in Urban and Regional Planning – recently began a Graduate Research Assistantship in the Office of the President and Provost at Florida State University. “For me …
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