Embrace the And

At VCU’s College of Humanities and Sciences, we feel passionately about the possibilities the “and” in the College of Humanities and Sciences represents. That’s why you see the ampersand–our &–everywhere! As a student, you have the opportunity to take courses across multiple disciplines and, if you want, pursue a minor, certificate program, or double major. You will also combine a solid liberal arts foundation with job readiness. With two schools, 18 departments and three programs, you have a lot of options—and we'd love to have you join us.

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Consider the value of a liberal arts education.

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"A majority of employers view the learning outcomes that define a contemporary liberal education ... to be 'very important' for success in the workforce."

Source: Association of American Colleges and Universities

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(Left to right) Tobi Ojo, a health services and sociology major; Noor Chouman and Jumana Meri, co-presidents of VCU P.R.I.M.E; VCU President Michael Rao, Ph.D.; Judith Crenshaw, assistant professor in the Robertson School of Communication; Christopher Brooks, Ph.D, professor of anthropology in the School of World Studies; and Chelsea Gary, director of recruitment and student programs in the College of Health Professions. (Photo by Skip Rowland)

April 29, 2025

Four honorees spotlighted for multicultural enrichment at VCU

‘You welcome all who come,’ Rao says at the 2025 PACME ceremony.

Merilyn Arikkat, who will graduate in May, is co-executive director of VCU Votes, a student-led, nonpartisan initiative. (Contributed photo)

April 28, 2025

Class of 2025: VCU Votes co-leader Merilyn Arikkat drives civic engagement among fellow students

The biology major and aspiring doctor is among national honorees for championing democracy.

Fotis Sotiropoulos, Ph.D., provost and senior vice president for academic affairs, speaks to students in a general education course that is part of the ConnectED program. (Thomas Kojcsich, Enterprise Marketing and Communications)

April 28, 2025

ConnectED program is a powerful link for VCU students

Symposium will highlight how the curriculum develops skills applicable to all majors and real-life challenges.

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Research @CHS

The College of Humanities and Sciences supports bold research and creative work addressing real-world challenges in Richmond and beyond.

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Events

Say Cheese Graduation Event

May 8, 3-5 p.m.
STEM Building, Second Floor

School and College Graduation Ceremonies

May 9
Various times and locations

School and College Graduation Ceremonies

May 10
Various times and locations