Elevating humanity

In the College of Liberal Arts, our accomplished faculty in the Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities foster critical thinking, effective communication and analytical prowess while focusing on solving intricate problems, grasping ethics and embracing adaptability. Experience the essence of elevating humanity.

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Taking Humanities courses globally

The University of Nevada, Reno, in partnership with Extended Studies, is proud to offer its inaugural humanities study abroad course. The upcoming session in 2026 blends online learning with an immersive study-abroad experience in Rome, Italy where walking tours, museum visits and group discussions allow students to connect course readings to real-world sites and histories.

Upcoming global sessions
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About the College of Liberal Arts

The College of Liberal Arts houses 25 units, each preparing students to become critically literate, global citizens who pursue professional work in the arts, humanities, social sciences and beyond.

About the College
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Departments and programs

The College of Liberal Arts is home to 14 departments and two programs each filled with an active community of scholars and educators specializing in fields ranging from art history to linguistics, criminal justice to philosophy.

Departments and programs
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Centers and schools

The College of Liberal Arts houses three centers and two schools dedicated to advancing scholarship and building communities across a variety of critical areas, such as global studies, social justice and public research.

Centers and Schools
 
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Sharing with our community

The College is dedicated to sharing history, culture and creativity with more than just our University campus through cutting-edge museum exhibits, public talk series, musical performances featuring world-class artists, and more.

Community Engagement

Black Rock Press

Black Rock Press publishes a range of literary, visual and experimental materials that address the evolving nature of the book.

The Lilley Museum of Art

The John and Geraldine Lilley Museum of Art provides a range of inclusive programming, world-class exhibitions, community events and learning opportunities.

Performing Arts Series

The Performing Arts Series was created from the community’s request for local performances and outreach activities by national and international touring artists.

College events

Jul 10
Resonance Retreat at University of Nevada, Reno at Lake Tahoe 08:00 AM Arts & Culture
Jul 10
Dissertation Defense - Richard Ramm at Thompson Building (TB) 01:00 PM Lectures & Seminars
Jul 13
Constitutional Scholars Speaker Series at Lake Tahoe: Vikram David Amar at Prim Library Building (LTPL) 06:00 PM Lectures & Seminars
Jul 21
Constitutional Scholars Speaker Series at Lake Tahoe: Burt Neuborne at Prim Library Building (LTPL) 06:00 PM Lectures & Seminars
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College news

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Faces of the Pack: Kaden Ackerson

Honors student Kaden Ackerson furthers her lifelong passion for learning Chinese with acceptance into the Middlebury Chinese Summer Immersion Program

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What Botox, rat poison and venoms can teach students about science – and careers

New University of Nevada, Reno course builds scientific thinking skills for future science-related fields

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Grads of the Pack: Genevy Machuca and Jaden Pharell King

A reflection on the two students who exemplified growth, resilience and discovery in the College of Liberal Arts

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