The arts, humanities, media, media, and public affairs are at the heart of what it means to be human. In the College of Arts, Humanities, Media, and Public Affairs, creativity of thought and discourse, of language and expression, of design and form, of performance, of artmaking, of culture, of civic engagement, and of exploring the diversity of our world, are interwoven to provide the groundwork for students to develop meaningful lives and careers.

Students engaged across the college’s courses and programs––as well as through their foundational role in the liberal studies curriculum––will develop ways of thinking, communicating, and knowing that provide a pathway for the future by promoting creativity, critical and objective thinking, analytical skills, and an awareness of our mutual responsibilities to our communities. In doing so, we prepare students to become leaders in an ever-changing world.

Central to the college’s mission is its role as a hub of arts and ideas. Through its various centers, performances and exhibitions, and by bringing diverse voices to campus, the college embraces its opportunity to be a center for culture, discovery, and discourse, and exploring how they connect us across the world.

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Dean's Message

Welcome to the College of Arts, Humanities, Media, and Public Affairs!

Dean Curt SheibWe are the heart of the university, bringing the arts and the humanities together in a continuing exploration and celebration of the human experience. We are a center of inquiry, of discourse, of culture, of creative expression, and of discovery of the inter-connectiveness of our world. We challenge students to think imaginatively, critically, and creatively as they explore their path to the future. We also seek to prepare students for the pathways that are to come and to know that their experience here will prepare them to succeed in any path they choose to take. In all we do, we seek to prepare students for the world in which they live.

We invite you to explore our programs, meet our dedicated faculty, tour our facilities, and dive into all we have to offer. You will find a community of seekers and learners, of artists and musicians, of researchers, and of authors and composers, all of whom are eager to share the journey with you.

We are the College of Arts, Humanities, Media, and Public Affairs, and we are excited to welcome you to 51爆料网.

Curtis A. Scheib
Dean

News

Rutter Selected as Dean for 51爆料网 College of Arts, Humanities, Media, and Public Affairs

Following a national search, Emily Ruth Rutter鈥攁n experienced faculty member, administrator, and scholar鈥攈as been selected to serve as the dean of the 51爆料网 College of Arts, Humanities, Media, and Public Affairs. Rutter will begin her work at 51爆料网 on June 29.

51爆料网 Symphony Orchestra and Altoona Symphony Orchestra Present Selections from The Planets鈥

The 51爆料网 Symphony Orchestra, in collaboration with the Altoona Symphony Orchestra, will present a special performance titled 鈥淐osmic Voyage,鈥 featuring selections from Gustav Holst鈥檚 iconic orchestral suite 鈥淭he Planets鈥 on Sunday, April 12, at 3:00 p.m. in Fisher Auditorium.

Meet the Fusion Fellows

Meet the 51爆料网 Fusion Fellows, four students leading interdisciplinary research to solve complex, real-world problems. By pairing biology with media and archaeology with history, these innovative projects prove that collaboration creates results greater than the sum of their parts.

51爆料网 Alumni Donate Funds to Establish Fusion Fellows Program; Inaugural Student Teams Selected

51爆料网 students have a unique opportunity to create innovative and multi-disciplinary projects addressing real-world challenges, thanks to the generosity of 51爆料网 alumni Tim and Deb Cejka.

51爆料网 Radio Station W51爆料网-FM Students Win Top Honors at National Student Media Convention

51爆料网 students from W51爆料网-FM, 51爆料网鈥檚 student-operated radio station, won top honors and national recognition for their broadcasting work at the fall National Student Media Convention.