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About College of Arts and Sciences<\/h1><\/div><\/div>
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At the College of Arts and Sciences, we offer you a range of programs of study and possibilities. Our goal: to prepare you to become a well-informed global citizen with the knowledge, flexibility, and skills required to flourish in a rapidly evolving world. No matter your area of study, we invite you to explore what fascinates you, to delve into unknown worlds, to think critically, to question the status quo, to synthesize complex problems, to listen to others, to challenge your own opinions, and to communicate effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Vision<\/h1>\n\n

To advance the understanding of the world and our responsibilities as citizens through innovative teaching, meaningful research, creative work, and community outreach. To be renowned for our contributions to the arts, humanities, sciences, and social sciences, as well as interdisciplinary pursuits, and to attract incoming students and new faculty to the College of Arts and Sciences.<\/p>\n\n<\/section>\n\n

Our Mission<\/h1>\n\n

The mission of the College of Arts and Sciences, consistent with our designation as a unique Land, Sea, and Urban Grant university, is to be an active and dynamic site of learning through cutting-edge research, creative work, and preparing and empowering students at all levels to be productive and engaged global citizens who view education as a lifelong endeavor and responsibility. Our mission is to increase knowledge and understanding of complex, interdependent contexts, expand horizons, find solutions, and enrich lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The College of Arts and Sciences brings together and supports undergraduate and graduate programs across the arts, humanities, sciences, and social sciences. We are committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service at all levels. Our academic units create learning experiences that stress the free and rigorous pursuit of knowledge, intellectual curiosity, respect for differences across cultures and perspectives, a passion for personal expression, and an investment in the responsibilities of an educated global citizen in a democratic society. The College facilitates students\u2019 development into leaders and global citizens who think critically and creatively, communicate effectively, and participate actively in local and global communities.<\/p>\n\n<\/section>\n\n

Our Values<\/h1>\n\n

For our faculty, students, and staff, we value:<\/p>\n\n\n\n