College of Humanities
Where Ideas Connect
Why the Humanities
Our thousands of alums unanimously tell us that their humanities degrees helped them succeed as excellent communicators; multi-lingual and culturally sophisticated global citizens; critical, ethical, and logical thinkers; and outstanding creative partners. Humanities gives people the edge they need to thrive today.
Humanities at a Glance
38
Majors & Emphases
35
Minors
23+
Languages
$1.9M
Awarded in scholarships in 2023
1:2
Students complete an internship
Find your place in the Humanities
With 7 academic departments, several interdisciplinary programs, 16 Master's and 13 Ph.D. programs, there's a place here for everyone.
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Latest Student News
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History PhD Candidate co-author of Best Book Award Winner
History Department PhD Candidate, Christopher B. Rich Jr. received the Best Book Award from the Mormon History Association with co-authors LaJean Purcell Carruth and department professor Paul Reeve.
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Student Podcasts - COMM 3540 Fall 2024 Individual Episodes
Listen to the individual student podcasts created by the Fall 2024 cohort of COMM 3540.
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Humans of the U: Autumn Hartley
Autumn Hartley, Class of 2025, B.S. in Geology, Creative Writing, College of Science and College of Humanities, from Heber, Utah