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Elevating humanity

In the College of Liberal Arts, our accomplished faculty in the Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities foster critical thinking, effective communication, and analytical prowess focus on solving intricate problems, grasping ethics, and embracing adaptability. Experience the essence of elevating humanity.

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About the College of Liberal Arts

The College of Liberal Arts houses 25 units, each preparing students to become critically literate, global citizens who pursue professional work in the arts, humanities, social sciences and beyond.

About the College
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Departments and programs

The College of Liberal Arts is home to 14 departments and two programs each filled with an active community of scholars and educators specializing in fields ranging from art history to linguistics, criminal justice to philosophy.

Departments and programs
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Centers and schools

The College of Liberal Arts houses three centers and two schools dedicated to advancing scholarship and building communities across a variety of critical areas, such as global studies, social justice and public research.

Centers and Schools
 
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Sharing with our community

The College is dedicated to sharing history, culture and creativity with more than just our University campus through cutting-edge museum exhibits, public talk series, musical performances featuring world-class artists, and more.

Community Engagement

Black Rock Press

Black Rock Press publishes a range of literary, visual and experimental materials that address the evolving nature of the book.

The Lilley Museum of Art

The John and Geraldine Lilley Museum of Art provides a range of inclusive programming, world-class exhibitions, community events and learning opportunities.

Performing Arts Series

The Performing Arts Series was created from the community’s request for local performances and outreach activities by national and international touring artists.

Diversity, equity and inclusion

The College continues to develop collaborations and partnerships on campus and in the community as part of our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and elevating humanity.

Diversity and inclusion

College events

Feb 21
All Day Arts
Feb 21
07:30 PM Music
Feb 25
07:00 PM Arts
Feb 26
06:00 PM Arts

College news

The Lilley Museum of Art.

New art exhibits at the Lilley Museum explore the turbulent 1960s and showcase never-before-displayed works co-curated by students

Spring semester welcomes two new exhibitions accompanied with artist talks, curatorial tours and hands-on activities for all ages

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Nevada Wind Ensemble Releases ‘Mythology Suite: A Five-Year Musical Chronicle’

The album covering five years of artistry is now available

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ÐÔ°®ÎåÉ«Ìì, Reno dance students to open Artown’s 30th anniversary celebration

The Martha Graham Dance Company performance, sponsored by the E. L. Wiegand Foundation, will take place at 7:30 p.m. on Jan. 28, 2025, at the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts

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