College of Humanities & Social Sciences










DEAN’S MESSAGE

Gloria J. Gibson, Dean
College of Humanities and Social Sciences



Welcome to the website of the College of Humanities & Social Sciences. The College consists of the following departments: English & Philosophy; Criminology, Sociology & Geography; Political Science; History; Heritage Studies (Ph.D. program); and Languages. Degrees and courses offered through the College of Humanities and Social Sciences are crucial to students’ understanding connections between the past, present and future, connections between their own experiences and the world they live in, and connections between their education and leadership opportunities.

Courses in the humanities and social sciences serve an important role in the general education of students because they promote intellectual engagement and effective communication, encourage critical thinking, support the discovery of new knowledge and promote an understanding and appreciation of diversity. Degrees in humanities and social science disciplines prepare students for graduate degrees or professional schools, provide career opportunities in diverse professions, and teach students how to actively participate in our global society. Today, more than ever, courses and degrees in the liberal arts remain at the central core of what it means to be educated.

Explore our website and become acquainted with our course and degree offerings. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the academic department or the dean’s office. Thanks for visiting!!!

Gloria J. Gibson
Dean

The Department of English &
Philosophy announces the 14th annual Delta Blues Symposium, with the theme,
"Sense of Place,"
March 27-29, 2008.
The College is home for three publications:
Arkansas Review, Explorations in
Renaissance Studies
and Tributary.
We have a minor for you. Explore, create and learn.
Read
about our Pre-Law course of study.