College of Arts and Sciences

Michael J. Rossi, Ph.D.,  Interim Dean
Erica Haskell, Ph.D., Interim Associate Dean for Student Affairs and Assessment
Brett McCormick, Ph.D., Interim Associate Dean for Academic Affairs
 

Graduate programs in the College of Arts and Sciences offer opportunities for career preparation through the conscientious application of core liberal arts and sciences disciplines. Faculty with practical experience and engaging approaches to teaching work closely with students to cultivate their professional identities, skills, and awareness of global trends and challenges in their chosen fields.

The College of Arts and Sciences offers master's degree programs in five fields: Master of Science degrees in Cellular and Molecular Biology, and Environmental Science; Master of Arts degrees in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Community Psychology, and Industrial/Organizational Psychology.

The Environmental Science program provides many opportunities for field and laboratory experience along with classroom instruction. Students in Cellular and Molecular Biology are training for specialized careers in the fields of bioinformatics, basic science, and pharmacological research.

Graduate certificates provide short, specific course work in several fields, including geographical information systems (GIS) and the psychology of conflict management.

The College of Arts and Sciences sponsors a variety of cultural, educational, and artistic endeavors at the university, including faculty forums, performances by artists, and guest speakers.