College of Arts & Letters

The College of Arts and Letters combines the inclusive community of a small liberal arts college with the innovation of a research university. Located on the beautiful quad, the college offers high-quality programs across thirteen majors with focuses ranging from culture, communication, and creativity to politics, ethics, and justice.

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Nov 8 Students practice statecraft, diplomacy, negotiation skills
From strategy sessions to decision-making, simulation delivers high-impact learning experience.
Oct 13 New faculty spotlight: Michelle L. Herman brings interactive design, VR/AR expertise to SMAD
Michelle L. Herman, SMAD's newest professor in the Interactive Design concentration, brings a vast and deep background in virtual reality and fine arts, as well as professional experience.
Oct 11 Video expertise, teaching makes SMAD professor a Game Changer
SMAD technology director and instructor John Hodges (’78) was recognized as a “Game Changer” Thursday during a JMU football game.
Sep 20 Inside the minds of young voters
Tomorrow’s leaders are striving to improve the state of American democracy.
Sep 17 Remembering those we’ve lost
Last September, we lost two precious members of the College of Arts and Letters community.
Sep 17 Recognizing excellence in administration
Rebecca White is an award-winning standout in her role within the history department.