Social and Behavioral Sciences
The social and behavioral sciences department serves the student body and the community by offering classes and workshops in the areas of general education and transfer education.
The department consists of 10 disciplines, which include:
| Anthropology Economics Geography Global Studies History |
Humanities Philosophy Political Science Psychology Sociology |
The department offers degrees and/or certificates in the areas of international studies,
psychology and social science.
Location
Santa Maria Campus, Bldg. C
805-922-6966 ext. 3334
Fax number: 805-347-8715
Hours
Fall & Spring:
Monday-Thursday, 9:15 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Friday, closed
Summer:
Monday-Thursday, 9:15 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Friday, closed
Department Chair: Gary Bierly
Department secretary: Cyndi Wheeler
SPOTLIGHT

Richard Caliguri
Cosmetology Instructor
"Being able to teach Cosmetology has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my hairdressing career. To be able to take a new batch of students who are open to new ideas and be able to help mold them into future stylists is very rewarding. I learn as much from the students as they learn from my teaching. Being associated with Allan Hancock College has allowed me to do what I love most: teach."
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