The College of Arts and Sciences is the intellectual heart of the University. Our primary mission is to provide a quality education for all students, led by the very best teacher-scholars. The programs in the College encompass humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and mathematics. These programs are offered through 16 academic departments and several centers and institutes. The College of Arts and Sciences provides the foundational coursework for students throughout the University and attracts many of the best and brightest students in the University.
Students explore their chosen disciplines in depth as part of their major programs.
In addition, both Arts and Sciences students and students throughout the University acquire the very important skills to think creatively, to reason critically, and to assimilate and interpret a wide variety of sources of information. This intellectual foundation provides a well-rounded and comprehensive education that serves students throughout their lives. But enough of these numbers and generalities. I see students who are actively preparing themselves for full and productive lives, both in their careers and in their personal lives. Our world is ever changing and ever challenging.