About Us
We explore what it means to be human and turn curiosity into solutions that shape a better future.
To Think and Do is Human
Here, we explore human thought and action with purpose. We study to know things, yes, but that’s only part of the equation — the other is taking that knowledge and using it for good.
Our faculty, students and alumni live this mantra every day. They shape responsible artificial intelligence in our cars and homes. They expand access to education and food. They use their versatile, in-demand skills to lead in tech, health care, law and countless other fields.
We set our sights high. We bring people together. We get things done. We reach beyond campus. Above all, we’re human — curious, compassionate, and ready to act.
Our Academic Offerings
With more than 4,500 students, our college is the second largest on NC State’s campus and is home to 10 academic units:
- Communication
- English
- History
- Integrative Humanities and Social Sciences
- Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Psychology
- Public and International Affairs
- Social Work
- Sociology and Anthropology
- World Languages and Cultures
We offer a wide range of degree programs, with more than 55 undergraduate majors, more than 40 undergraduate minors, 12 master’s degrees and five doctoral degrees.
Outside the classroom, our students learn by doing. They apply their knowledge — and learn new skills — through study abroad, internships and undergraduate research. And they take on leadership roles through student government, student media and other organizations on campus.
Our students go on to work in a variety of fields. They’re judges and journalists, actors and archivists, chefs and clinical psychologists. Pick any profession, and there’s a good chance our alumni are leading the way.
Research and Engagement
Our faculty and researchers collaborate across disciplines — working with engineers, scientists, veterinarians, statisticians and more — to generate knowledge and apply it in meaningful ways.
Through centers like the Khayrallah Center for Lebanese Diaspora Studies and the Center for Family and Community Engagement, we partner with communities, nonprofits and government organizations to solve pressing challenges. Our research creates answers, solutions and value, moving people and progress forward.