School of Humanities, Arts, and Sciences

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The St. Catherine University School of Humanities, Arts, and Sciences offers a comprehensive approach to the liberal arts, providing an extensive range of interdisciplinary degrees rooted in creative thinking and amplified through global understanding.

We welcome all students who seek to become career-ready professionals and leaders with a breadth of and depth of study built on a foundation of social justice.

Our model of learning is inspired by a legacy of women leaders — preparing each student to innovate and impact lives and careers.

Dean of the School of Humanities, Arts, and Sciences

Bindhu Alappat, Ph.D.

Associate Dean of the School of Humanities, Arts, and Sciences

Jeff Johnson, Ph.D.

Women Leaders Who Own their Futures

We honor a legacy shaped by the Sisters of St. Joseph. We welcome all students to a learning community of strong, future-focused women who embody a spirit of inclusion and impact the world around them.

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Where Social Justice is a Life-long Practice

As critical thinkers and ethical decision-makers, our students champion what’s good and just. Our distinct formula of learning deepens engagement with the greater community — both in work and in life.

A Curriculum Designed to Launch Futures

We design learning experiences that prepare students for meaningful lives and successful careers. By offering wide-ranging courses of study, we ready well-rounded students for promising careers in a variety of fields.

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Innovative Learning, Liberal Arts Tradition

Liberal arts is foundational to education and essential to career pursuits. By combining these principles with specialized applied learning, we inspire students with life-enhancing experiences and prepares them for professional opportunities.

School of Humanities, Arts, and Sciences Degree Programs