Undergraduate Programs

Why Study Humanities?

“The sciences are the ‘how,’ and the humanities are the ‘why’—why are we here, why do we believe in the things we believe in. I don’t think you can have the ‘how’ without the ‘why.’” 

—George Lucas, director of “Star Wars”

The study of Humanities helps us understand other cultures and teaches us about the similarities that bind us together as well as the differences that make us unique. It also cultivates transferable, marketable skills such as critical thinking, communication, empirical and quantitative reasoning, and collaboration—all while imparting a sense of personal and social responsibility.


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Honors in Humanities

Dive deeper into your area of concentration by writing an honors thesis.

 


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Real-World Experience

Humanities majors can gain hands-on experience in their fields of interest through study abroad programs and other opportunities outside the classroom.


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What you can do with a Humanities degree

A Humanities major can prepare you to work in many fields. Learn about possible careers paths.


Advising and Academic Support

Schedule an appointment with a faculty or peer advisor and get answers to your questions.

Departmental Advising and Support

Scholarships and Awards

Learn about ways to apply for funding through the Humanities Program.

Explore Scholarships and Awards

Events

Let's Talk - Wednesday 2-4PM
Jun7
Let's Talk - Wednesday 2-4PM Jun 7 Lyllye Reynolds-Parker Black Cultural Center
Human Physiology Seminar Series with Dr. Amanda LeBlanc
Jun9
Human Physiology Seminar Series with Dr. Amanda LeBlanc Jun 9 Lawrence Hall
"Who Knew?"
Jun10
"Who Knew?" Jun 10 Miller Theatre Complex
"Who Knew?"
Jun11
"Who Knew?" Jun 11 Miller Theatre Complex
Let's Talk - Wednesday 2-4PM
Jun14
Let's Talk - Wednesday 2-4PM Jun 14 Lyllye Reynolds-Parker Black Cultural Center
Disability Studies Graduation Celebration
Jun16
Disability Studies Graduation Celebration Jun 16 Living-Learning Center South
CAS Commencement Ceremony - Natural Sciences
Jun20
CAS Commencement Ceremony - Natural Sciences Jun 20 Autzen Stadium
CAS Commencement Ceremony - Humanities
Jun20
CAS Commencement Ceremony - Humanities Jun 20 East Campus Green- Located West of Global Scholars Hall
CAS Commencement Ceremony - Social Sciences
Jun20
CAS Commencement Ceremony - Social Sciences Jun 20 Autzen Stadium
CAS Commencement Ceremony - Global Studies and Languages
Jun20
CAS Commencement Ceremony - Global Studies and Languages Jun 20 Memorial Quad Lawn