Creative, critical, essential.
The College of Humanities and Sciences is the foundation of educational and intellectual life at Virginia Commonwealth. Home to two schools, 17 departments, five Centers and Institutes, and three programs, we house the core disciplines in the natural sciences, social sciences and humanities. More than 50% of VCU undergraduates have at least one major in the College of Humanities and Sciences.
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74% of employers say a liberal arts education is the best way to prepare for success in today's global economy.
News
May 23, 2022
New graduate takes leadership roles advocating for women and social justice
Stephanie Villanueva-Villar said she will always advocate to ensure that girls and women of color have a seat at the table ‘no matter what career position or job title I may have in the future.’
May 18, 2022
From theory to practice: New stable, magnetic superatom could power innovations in nanomaterials
Developed by VCU, Columbia and Harvard researchers, the structure of this superatom could serve as a building block for the creation of new materials for semiconductors, microchips, cellphones and more.
May 12, 2022
Forensic science graduate student collaborates with VCU Police sergeant on bullet casing research
Jamie Zaleta needed cartridge casings for her thesis project examining fingerprint development, which is the use of chemicals to find unseen (latent) fingerprints on different surfaces.
Equity, inclusion and diversity @CHS
We're committed to promoting experiences and fueling behaviors that support a welcoming and affirming environment.
Learn more about equity, inclusion and diversity in the College of Humanities and Sciences.