Education & Society Neighborhood

Welcome to the Education & Society Neighborhood at Mary Baldwin University! Here you’ll join other undergraduates passionate about making a positive impact in their communities and beyond.

During your first year at MBU, you’ll live with other Education & Society students in the Woodson Residence Hall. You’ll also study and take classes together, and enjoy special activities tailored to your interests.

Education & Society

The Majors

The Education & Society Neighborhood majors share a focus on human behavior, societal issues, and the development of critical thinking. These fields focus on positively impacting areas like education, mental health, and policy. Learn more below!

The Education and Society Neighborhood at MBU offers distinctive support for students transitioning to college, with engaging majors that integrate real-life experiences and community-focused research as essential learning tools. Through peer mentorship and strong faculty connections, students will build an academic portfolio with guidance tailored to their career interests.

Dr. Mary Clay Thomas, Associate Dean & Director, School of Professional StudiesEducation & Society Neighborhood Leader

Live Together

Members of the Education & Society neighborhood live together in the Woodson Residence Hall. Here’s what to expect:

  • Dedicated Neighborhood floors
  • Collaboration space for Neighborhood use
  • Each double occupancy room has a sink, wardrobe, dresser, and cabinet
  • Full communal kitchen, student lounge, TV room, and laundry facilities
  • Special neighborhood programming and activities

Grow Together

Enjoy special activities tailored to your neighborhood.

  • Town Council meetings
  • Criminal Justice and Psychology Clubs
  • MBU’s Student Government Association
  • Field Trips to History Museums

Succeed Together

The Signature program is designed to chart a clear path for your success. Whether your post-graduation goal is a dream career or advanced degree, you’ll graduate with skills highly sought after in both the workforce and academia.

MBU Graduate Programs

If you decide to continue your studies at MBU, you can expect a smooth transition into one of the following programs:

Upcoming Events

Your Neighborhood Leader

Dr. Mary Clay Thomas
Associate Dean and Director, School of Professional Studies

(540) 887-7008
mthomas@marybaldwin.edu

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