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.

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Consider the value of a liberal arts education.

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"A majority of employers view the learning outcomes that define a contemporary liberal education ... to be 'very important' for success in the workforce."

Source: Association of American Colleges and Universities

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News

Black History in the Making Award alumni Fadel Allassan

Feb. 17, 2025

Black History in the Making Award alumni highlight: Catch up with 2018 Award Recipient, Fadel Allassan

For Black History Month, we’re shining a spotlight on Black History in the Making Award recipients.

Iman Sikandar (left) and Samantha Mendoza-Hernandez  (right) didn’t know each other when they became roommates freshman year, but now they are inseparable. (Thomas Kojcsich, Enterprise Marketing and Communications)

Feb. 14, 2025

Unbreakable bonds: Just random roommates at first, Iman Sikandar and Samantha Mendoza-Hernandez are now united by ‘invisible string’

An early falling-out helped the undergrads realize how much they’d miss without each other’s sisterhood.

Black History in the Making alumni Dr. Eloise Berry

Feb. 13, 2025

Black History in the Making Award alumni highlight: Catch up with 1997 award recipient, Eloise Berry

For Black History Month, we’re shining a spotlight on Black History in the Making Award recipients.

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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.

Events

Coffee with the Dean

Feb. 18, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
STEM Building lobby

"Voices of Gullah" Vocal Performance

Feb. 18, 2-3 p.m.
Commons Theater

International Studies Spring Fling

Feb. 20, 4-6 p.m. 
14 N. Laurel St.