Faculty of Social Sciences

A world of ideas to change the world

A vibrant community of 10,000 students and 270 professors is at the heart of the cutting-edge research and events that define the Faculty of Social Sciences. It’s renowned for interdisciplinary studies: its nine academic units offer a wide array of programs in French and in English

Giving Day: strengthen our community

Giving Day unites alumni, donors, students, professors, and friends in a shared mission to support and honour our university and the important work it contributes to the world. Together, we demonstrate the strength of our community and its power to make meaningful change. 

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International Women’s Day

The Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Ottawa Celebrates 25 Years …

As part of International Women’s Day on March 8, the Faculty of Social Sciences proudly marked its ongoing commitment to gender equality by celebrating a major milestone: the 25th anniversary of the Institute of Feminist and Gender Studies. Since its creation in 2000, the Institute has played a vital role in advancing education, research, and advocacy in the areas of equity and social justice.

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Social Work Day

Awards and recognition

Collabzium

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Research at the Faculty of Social Sciences

Research at the Faculty of Social Sciences is dynamic and aims to produce local and global impact in two cross-cutting research themes – “la francophonie” and Indigenous research – that frame our priorities and guide the way in which research topics are addressed.

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Decolonizing, Indigenizing, and Reconciliation

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Mar 19

Social Work Day 2025

Each year, a theme is selected by an organizing committee made up of students, faculty members, and community representatives. Based on this theme, th…