Embrace the And
At VCU’s College of Humanities and Sciences, we feel passionately about the possibilities the “and” in the College of Humanities and Sciences represents. That’s why you see the ampersand–our &–everywhere! As a student, you have the opportunity to take courses across multiple disciplines and, if you want, pursue a minor, certificate program, or double major. You will also combine a solid liberal arts foundation with job readiness. With two schools, 18 departments and three programs, you have a lot of options—and we'd love to have you join us.
Did you know?
"A majority of employers view the learning outcomes that define a contemporary liberal education ... to be 'very important' for success in the workforce."
News
Jan. 23, 2026
Former Pamunkey Chief Robert Gray shares experience in new VCU residency
Gray is the inaugural Indigenous Elder in Residence, part of the Humanities Research Center’s On Native Ground initiative.
Jan. 22, 2026
How I found my research: Dance leads the way for Valerie Shcherbakova
The recent exercise sciences graduate sees movement and global health care as ideal partners.
Jan. 22, 2026
VCU helps make the Ethics Bowl a philosophy spotlight for high school students
Hosted by Collegiate School and bolstered by VCU’s Department of Philosophy, the annual event facilitates reasoning and civil discourse.
Research @CHS
The College of Humanities and Sciences supports bold research and creative work addressing real-world challenges in Richmond and beyond.
Events
Indigenous Elder in Residence Welcome Reception
Jan. 21, 2-3 p.m.
Shafer Dining Hall, Compass Room
Jan. 22, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Virtual (Zoom)
SHEAR Webinar: Resumes for Humanists
Jan. 23, 12-1 p.m.
Virtual (Zoom)