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Additional Resources
College of Arts & Sciences
A note from Dr. Dawn Weber, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences
It’s a big, complex world out there, a world where yesterday’s rules and strategies may no longer apply. You need to prepare yourself in order to succeed.
The College of Arts and Sciences is a vibrant academic community at the heart of the university undergraduate experience. Grounded in liberal arts, students prepare for careers in science, business, the arts, education, communication, government and service organizations as well as for professional programs and graduate school. With a curriculum designed to meet the needs of the 21st century, students majoring in the College of Arts and Sciences…
- Are members of an intellectual community of student and faculty scholars
- Work one-on-one with faculty members to conduct research leading to presentation at professional conferences and publication
- Participate in artistic exhibitions, recitals and performances
- Travel with faculty members as part of a course or may elect to complete an intensive study abroad experience
- Impact the local community through internships, field placements and service learning projects
- Participate in the marching band, WRDL, The Collegian, theater productions, CH2, choir and numerous departmental organizations
- Develop life-long relationships with faculty members and one another
- Are prepared to contribute fully in the global community
As faculty and administrators in the College of Arts and Sciences, we pledge to…
- Nurture your creativity
- Arouse your intellectual curiosity
- Stimulate your imagination
- Enrich your critical thinking, problem-solving, writing and communication skills
- Strengthen your analytical abilities
- Inspire you to make meaningful contributions to our local, national and global communities
When you graduate from Ashland University with a degree from The College of Arts and Sciences, you’ll know how to think with reason, act with skill, live with values and be ready to succeed.
Welcome!
Dr. Dawn Weber
Dean, College of Arts and Sciences
Departments in this College |
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| Art Department | Pursue a comprehensive art education that will prepare you for the future. You want a robust art program that equips you for a variety of career opportunitie... learn more |
| Biology & Toxicology | Your gateway to a great career in some of today’s most in-demand fields. The science of biology is a science for our time, exploring the questions that... learn more |
| Chemistry & Biochemistry | Enjoy an exciting and challenging scientific career. As part of the Chemistry, Geology and Physics Department, Chemistry/Biochemistry at Ashland University o... learn more |
| Communication Studies | Gain practical skills that lead to exciting careers to communication. A broad field that encompasses Speech Communication and Sport Communication, Communicat... learn more |
| Criminal Justice & Sociology | Prepare to deal with society’s greatest challenges. Criminal Justice and Sociology are concerned with the make-up and mores of our society and how we d... learn more |
| English Department | Hone your skills of thought and communication. Ashland University’s English Department teaches students to read well, think carefully, and write clearl... learn more |
| Environmental Science | Your gateway to a great career in some of today's most in-demand fields. Environmental sciences are truly interdisciplinary, and are closely tied to biology,... learn more |
| Family & Consumer Sciences | Use research-based knowledge to serve families and the community. Promoting the well being of the individual, the family and the community as a whole is the... learn more |
| Foreign Languages | Develop a second language and expand your world Immerse yourself in another language, and you enrich your life as you increase your understanding of other cu... learn more |
| Geology Department | Majors for students who love the great outdoors. As part of the Chemistry, Geology and Physics Department, Geology at Ashland University offers a unique scie... learn more |
| History & Political Science | Explore the great questions of history and politics. Why do world events unfold as they do? What is justice? What is the relationship between religion and po... learn more |
| Journalism & Digital Media | Learning to be a complete journalist in a digital world! Journalism and Digital Media at Ashland University offers hands-on experience in all aspects of toda... learn more |
| Mathematics & Computer Science | Explore the language of numbers in small class settings. Mathematics is the doorway to science and technology. Computer Science is the study of algorithmic p... learn more |
| Music Department | Get involved and study music in a supportive community of students and faculty learn more learn more |
| Philosophy Department | Learn thinking skills that are always current and valued by employers The study of Philosophy equips you to analyze, think creatively and critically examine... learn more |
| Physics Department | Explore the mysteries of our world and universe As part of the Chemistry, Geology and Physics Department, Physics at Ashland University offers a unique scien... learn more |
| Psychology Department | Study the fascinating workings of the human mind and human behavior learn more learn more |
| Religion Department | Start on a journey that will deepen and broaden your understanding of Christianity and World Religions When you study Religion at Ashland University, you ent... learn more |
| Science Education | Introduce young minds to the wonders of science. When you graduate from Ashland University with a degree in any of our science education majors, you will be... learn more |
| Social Work | Preparing to make a positive difference in people's lives A Social Work major is an excellent choice if you have a passion for helping others and like the ch... learn more |
| Theatre Department | Prepare for a career in professional theatre as a performer, designer or technician. As a student of Theatre at Ashland University, you have many options.... learn more |
4 Things That Set Ashland Apart
- Strong, innovative academic programs
- Small classes that ensure you receive individual attention
- Opportunities to take an active role from your freshman year
- We also offer robust graduate programs in each of the colleges at Ashland University.