College of Arts and Sciences

Interim Dean: Juliet Spencer, Professor
Location: CFO 1210

Associate Dean: Claire L. Sahlin, Professor
Location: CFO 1202

Associate Dean: Shannon R. Scott, Professor
Location: CFO 1206

Associate Dean: M. Genevieve West, Professor
Location: CFO 1211

Phone: 940-898-3351

The College of Arts and Sciences helps students build a strong foundation in their field while gaining a broad understanding of the world. We focus on developing critical thinking, practical skills, and a sense of ethical and civic responsibility to make a difference in society.

What makes us unique is how we connect academic subjects, professional programs, and creative problem-solving. We encourage collaboration and hands-on learning to open doors for education, research, and career opportunities--especially for women and underrepresented students.

Our goal is to prepare you for success in a rapidly changing world. Employers value graduates who can communicate clearly, think analytically, use science and math effectively, apply technology, and understand diverse cultures. We're here to help you build those skills and achieve your goals.

Students in the College of Arts & Sciences have opportunities to:

• Excel academically (Honors courses, research projects, exhibitions, and performance venues);
• Experience an optimum classroom and/or online distance learning environment;
• Acquire professional work experiences (Internships and cooperative education programs);
• Develop leadership skills (Student clubs and organizations);
• Prepare for graduate education or direct entry into a career; and
• Begin the lifelong process of personal enrichment (Community service and study tours across the country and around the world).

The College of Arts and Sciences is comprised of the Doswell School of Aeronautical Sciences; the School of the Arts and Design; the School of Social Work, Psychology, and Philosophy; the School of the Sciences; the Department of Social Sciences and Historical Studies; and the Department of Language, Culture, and Gender Studies.  

Programs offered by the College lead to the degrees of Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Social Work, Bachelor of General Studies, Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences, Master of Arts, Master of Fine Arts, Master of Music Therapy, Master of Science, Professional Science Master in Biotechnology, Specialist in School Psychology, and Doctor of Philosophy. Also offered are several interdisciplinary minors such as Environmental Science, Global Studies, Multicultural Women’s and Gender Studies, Pre-Med, Race and Ethnic Studies, and Scientific Illustration.  General degree requirements of the University can be found in Academic Information and Planning.

Additional information about the College’s departments and programs can be found on the College of Arts and Sciences website.

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