About the College of Arts and Sciences

The College of Arts & Sciences

About Us

As UofL's largest academic unit, the College of Arts & Sciences offers a diverse range of opportunities from dozens of departments and programs in the natural and physical sciences, the social and behavioral sciences, and the arts and humanities. A degree from Arts & Sciences provides a solid foundation upon which to build future academic, professional and personal successes.

Our students learn how to think critically; but they don’t just think, they do. They explore, create, research, communicate, collaborate, and meaningfully engage in the world around them. As a result, graduates of UofL’s College of Arts & Sciences are adaptable, innovative, and highly attuned problem-solvers. They are lifelong learners who are well-equipped for the work force and primed to make significant contributions to their chosen professions and respective communities.

2014 Fulbright Distinguished Chair

2014 Fulbright Distinguished Chair

Prof. G.B. Hammond has been named a 2014 Fulbright Distinguished Chair. The award is among the Fulbright Scholar Program’s most prestigious and typically is given to fewer than 50 educators each year.

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A&S Welcomes 17 new tenured and tenure-track faculty into its ranks

On August 21, 2014, the College of Arts and Sciences welcomed 17 new tenured and tenure-track faculty into 10 different departments at a dinner at the Frazier Historical Museum.

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Alumni Spotlight: Alexandra Farrell

Alumni Spotlight: Alexandra Farrell

Alexandra Farrell is a 2013 graduate of the University of Louisville. She earned her BA in Spanish and Philosophy. She is currently a 10th grade Spanish teacher for Denver School of Science and Technology.

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Biology Professor Lee Dugatkin honored

Biology Professor Lee Dugatkin honored

Biology professor Lee Dugatkin received back to back honors

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