College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences
A bold direction for liberal and creative arts education.
Powered by your generosity, we’re preparing global thinkers and world changers.
We’re ensuring that the world-class liberal and creative arts education journey we provide at DU includes transformative experiences, applied learning, a commitment to ethical leadership and the development of lifelong problem-solving, community-building and analytical skills. For those driven to lead and shape our world, we are establishing DU as a destination for outstanding students in the arts, humanities and social sciences.
A democratic society needs such thinkers, writers, community leaders, and actors trained and ready to innovate and to anticipate and address the world’s most pressing challenges.
Preparing Students for Lives of Purpose
Expand DU’s ability to enroll diverse classes of high-achieving students and support their success, including for first-generation college students. Bolster student support through college-wide paid internships, ensuring access to essential career preparation for all.
Supporting Faculty Research and Excellence
Reimagine liberal and creative arts education through innovation, continuous improvement and community partnerships. Support and retain new, diverse and talented faculty members across disciplines.
Building a Community of Impact through Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Support a full suite of new and existing programs that deepen our experience of shared culture and broaden our engagement in the wider community. These engagement experiences include cultural preservation and exchange, intellectual exploration, and artistic expression across disciplines and backgrounds.