Where human connections lead to meaningful careers

Students in the Humanities Division of the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences pursue their passions while also acquiring the tools needed to thrive in tomorrow’s careers. The research, communication, and critical thinking skills we teach are endlessly applicable and never become obsolete. Our students grapple with ethical quandaries, hone analytical skills, derive knowledge from a vast archive of human creations and experiences, and develop the cultural competencies needed to build global partnerships and connections. 

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English
English
Discover or create great works of literature while sharpening your interpretive and analytical skills. 
history
History
History
Explore the mysteries of past times and places while learning how to conduct research and evaluate evidence. 
philosophy
Philosophy & Religion
Philosophy & Religion
Ask big questions and engage with great minds while building critical thinking and problem-solving skills. 
culture
World Languages, Literatures & Cultures
World Languages, Literatures & Cultures
Learn language skills and cultural literacy while preparing for careers in a global economy.  
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Lab for Engaged, Applied, and Public Humanities
Lab for Engaged, Applied, and Public Humanities

Why choose us?

Tackling humanity’s greatest challenges with the power of empathy, imagination, and critical inquiry.  

 

  • Innovative Curriculum: Study topics ranging from Shakespeare to worldbuilding in the gaming industry, from ancient philosophy to the modern ethics of environmental conservation, from the history of great empires to the role of historical storytelling in our local communities.
  • Expert Faculty: Learn from award-winning creative writers, renowned scholars of history and literature, and talented philosophers using their expertise to create a better world. 
  • Hands-On Opportunities: Publish your work in the North Texas Review, learn how to create podcasts and online museums, explore the world around you in environmental studies, or gain work experience as a public history intern. 
  • Cutting-Edge Facilities: Find community and opportunities for collaboration in the Lab for Engaged, Applied, and Public Humanities (LEAPH), where faculty and students converge around projects that seek to document, understand, and improve our world. 

Get involved

Student Organizations: Take a field trip with the Mean Green History Club, practice language skills and learn about global cultures through one of our language clubs, or get to know like-minded peers through honors societies like Sigma Tau Delta and Phi Alpha Theta. 
Community Engagement: Collaborate on public-facing humanities initiatives through the Lab for Engaged, Applied, and Public Humanities or apply your humanities skills through an internship or experiential learning experience.  
Workshops & Guest Lecturers: Expand your exposure through dozens of extracurricular events held each year, including the Visiting Writers Series, the Hurley Military History Seminar, and a variety of other lectures, celebrations, and symposia. 

Your future starts here

The humanities disciplines excel at training students in enduring, transferable skills that employers value, including teamwork, problem-solving, written and verbal communication, and analytical skills.