College of Humanities

The humanities teach us to question the world around us in order to better understand our place within it. In the humanities, we seek to understand the nuances of cultural issues, to interpret human experience, and to appreciate the power of words and ideas. By studying humanities, we broaden our historical, ethical, social and international perspectives while enhancing ourselves intellectually and creatively.

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Since graduating from the College of Humanities in 1989, Tracy McMillan has established a fascinating presence as a television writer, book author, TV personality and relationship expert. Her degree has taken her to the top of her profession and allowed her to connect to what it means to be human.

Humanities Radio

Social distancing is hard, but great podcasts make it easier. If you need something to listen to during quarantine, check out Humanities Radio podcast to get insights from our students, alumni and faculty about the importance of the humanities in today's world!

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News

Latest News on COVID-19 From the University

The U creates website to provide updates about the impact of Cononavirus COVID-19 on campus.
Linguistics and Computer Science Partner to Create New Certificate

The University of Utah’s Department of Linguistics and the Department of Computer Science have created a certificate in computational linguistics for students interested in pursuing a career in natural language processing, the technology behind devices such as Alexa, Siri and Google Home.

Awards

John R. Park Debate Society Achieves Excellence in Idaho

The John R. Park Debate Society continued its Spring 2020 season by attending the first annual Coyote Howl Invitational hosted by the College of Idaho in Caldwell, Idaho. In competition against 10 schools from 5 states, the Debate Society turned in a commanding performance.
Carlos Santana Receives 2019 Popper Prize

Jan. 29, 2020 - The British Journal for the Philosophy of Science has selected Carlos Gray Santana, assistant professor of philosophy at the University of Utah, as the winner of its 2019 Karl Popper Prize for his paper in the philosophy of geology.