We explore questions of the moment—the liberal arts are truly the front page of the newspaper—and enduring questions that help us to understand the present and the past and to anticipate the future.
The Institute for Global Studies has been awarded a $4 million grant to provide financial support for students studying languages less commonly taught at the University. The…
Recent weeks have brought news about hate-inspired violence from around the country. The work of the liberal arts -- our research and creative work, instruction, engagement --…
Have you ever stood like Superman to feel a burst of confidence? Psychologists like Moin Syed, associate professor of psychology in CLA, continue to grapple over whether…
Ascan F. Koerner, professor of communication studies and associate dean for undergraduate education of the College of Liberal Arts, sums up a variety of career readiness…
Valerie Tiberius, chair of the Department of Philosophy, discusses the dangers of excessive introspection, getting lost in experience, positive illusion, and more in the "On…
As the excitement from the midterm elections dies down, Kathryn Pearson, associate professor of political science, provides analysis of what we can expect from the results.
The Star Tribune has written an art review of CLA's "On Purpose: Portrait of the Liberal Arts" exhibit. The exhibit is on display at Katherine E. Nash Gallery through Dec. 8…
President Trump has revived the idea of ending birthright citizenship, written into the 14th Amendment to the Constitution. That amendment is of special significance…
President Donald Trump is threatening to pull the US out of the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty with Russia. Mark Bell, assistant professor of political science…