Charting Student Success in the Humanities

Student Success has been a major focus for the College of Humanities over the last few years.  Fundraising efforts for the creation of a Humanities Student Success Hub and the hiring of a Director of Student Success and Engagement have moved the needle for our students. In the past two years the humanities major numbers have grown, especially for students with a second major or with a humanities minor. Students are discovering the skills that set them up for success—critical thinking, effective communication, and global competence—are emphasized in our disciplines. 

We have strengthened relationships with campus partners like U Career Success, Student Success Coaches, and the LAS Navigate Advising Hub to give our students a wrap-around approach to support services. Our emergency fund has kept students enrolled and able to focus on their schooling and university resources like the Center for Student Access 

and Resources, the Center for Disability and Access, and the University Counseling Center have all contributed to our students’ ability to thrive on campus.

Since 2023, we have seen a relaunch of Humanities Scholars, a revival of the Humanities Student Council, and the creation of a Humanities Ambassador program. Starting in summer 2024, our social media and web news feed began sharing student stories and experiences leading to an increased sense of belonging and engagement in the college and at the university. Participation in internships, research, leadership, and community engagement have all increased as students see the opportunities and impact they can have through their studies and beyond.