"Science, Technology, and Society (STS) is the study of the social, political, economic, and cultural aspects of science and technology, both in America and abroad. Recent political debate about stem cell research and genomics, about the teaching of evolution, about global warming, and about the security of finite oil reserves and nuclear power are all testament to the importance of studying the relationship between science, technologies and society. Given the prominence and controversy of these and other hotly debated issues, a Major or Minor in STS is excellent preparation for future graduate study or employment opportunities."