College of Liberal Arts welcomes new major: Women’s and Gender Studies
The Department of Ethnic Studies launches new Women's and Gender Studies bachelor's degree.
College of Liberal Arts Latest News
Landmark for a legend: 20th international poster exhibition opens at CSU this month
The 20th biennial Colorado International Invitational Poster Exhibition – the only exhibition of its kind in North America featuring the world’s top poster artists and designers – returns to Colorado State University this fall.
Showdown rivals come together to support Harvey relief efforts
CSU and CU may be rivals on the field, but we are joining together to urge Ram and Buffs fans to support relief efforts for Hurricane Harvey.
CSU students gain real-world experience helping national park managers
While it’s not unusual for Colorado State University students to enjoy the great outdoors during the summer, one group becomes actively involved in preserving the history — and future — of a local natural treasure.
CSU Meets Africa: A service-learning experience in Qwaqwa, South Africa
CSU art history and art education students gets hands-on learning from South African artists, teach art to local youth, and help refurbish a museum.
Center serves as hands-on publishing laboratory for students
The Center for Literary Publishing at Colorado State University produces the 61-year-old Colorado Review and several other publications with the help of an army of interns who are involved in virtually every step of the publishing process.
College of Liberal Arts Community
'Every Good Boy Deserves Favor': A collaboration between the past and present
Although it was nearly 12 years ago that the School of Music, Theatre, and Dance performed Every Good Boy Deserves Favor by Tom Stoppard, it is just as relevant today, and perhaps even more.
From the State Capitol to the Nation’s Capital
Andre Foltz is a recent Colorado State University political science graduate pursuing a dynamic career in politics in the Nation's Capital.
Economics Department Helps WWII Veteran's Dream Come True
97-year-old WWII Vet Stanley “Stan” Lucero Sepulbeda dreamed of experiencing the opening day at the new CSU Stadium. The Department of Economics made that dream happen.
House divided: Couple demonstrates that Rams, Buffs can coexist peacefully
When Kathleen and Jason Pitre show up to the Rocky Mountain Showdown between Colorado State University and the University of Colorado on Friday, they’ll go their separate ways.
CSU Artist Wins International Art Competition
Devan Kallas won first place in the student division of the Art Olympia 2017, earning a prize of $20,000.
Renowned environmental economist Edward Barbier joins CSU
Ed Barbier, one of the most cited environmental economists in the world, has joined Colorado State University’s Department of Economics in the College of Liberal Arts.
Research & Creative Scholarship
History team finishes documenting N.M. Japanese-American confinement camps
A team of historians from Colorado State University has completed a project to preserve and spread the stories of Japanese Americans who were detained in New Mexico confinement camps during World War II.
Dr. Allison Prasch Wins Golden Monograph Award
The National Communication Association has honored Dr. Allison Prasch with the 2017 Golden Monograph Award for her 2016 article, “Toward a Rhetorical Theory of Deixis.”
Dickinson to Edit Communication and Critical/Cultural Studies Journal
Dr. Greg Dickinson, professor and chair of the Department of Communication Studies, has been selected to serve as editor for Communication and Critical/Cultural Studies
Dr. Meara Faw: Saliva’s Link to Health and Well-Being
"I’m interested in understanding how our relationships contribute to our health at an emotional, social, or physiological level," Faw said.
Center serves as hands-on publishing laboratory for students
The Center for Literary Publishing at Colorado State University produces the 61-year-old Colorado Review and several other publications with the help of an army of interns who are involved in virtually every step of the publishing process.
Eloquence, empathy, imagination: Liberal arts brings leadership to collaboration
With his first year at CSU now under his belt, College of Liberal Arts Dean Ben Withers has announced plans to elevate the visibility and vitality of the college by increasing the support and impact of faculty scholarship.
Events
‘Every Good Boy Deserves Favor’: A collaboration between the past and present
Although it was nearly 12 years ago that the School of Music, Theatre, and Dance performed Every Good Boy Deserves Favor by Tom Stoppard, it is just as relevant today, and perhaps even more.
Faculty, students discuss lynching legacy
Join the College of Liberal Arts on Sept. 27 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. for presentations and discussion about the symbols and history of lynching in America.
Presidential biographer to speak Monday on journalism, politics, changing times
Lou Cannon, a journalist, author and presidential biographer, will speak on campus Monday about “Journalism, Politics and Changing Times."
Colorado farm/ranching advances are topic of Oct. 5 panel discussion
The Public Lands History Center will feature a panel of speakers from Colorado State University and CSU Extension for the fall American West Program on Oct. 5.
Great Conversations kick-off event: ‘Civic Engagement and Governance in a Polarized Society’
In an era of political division, opposing parties engaging in a respectful, meaningful conversation can seem like an impossible feat.
Giving
Straayer Center for Public Service Leadership launches at Colorado State University
For hundreds of Colorado State University students, their college experience was highlighted by the rumble of a well-loved van, the buzz of debate in the House and Senate chambers, the camaraderie built in legislative offices, and the consistent support and lessons shared by John Straayer, political science professor and longtime leader of the Legislative Internship Program.
From the State Capitol to the Nation’s Capital
Andre Foltz is a recent Colorado State University political science graduate pursuing a dynamic career in politics in the Nation's Capital.
Sharing the Gift of Music: Champion an Artist Scholarship
The Champion an Artist Scholarship made it possible for music education and music performance major Zuri Kargbo to attend CSU.
New Season, New Great Conversations
For more than 22 years, Great Conversations has created a community for those eager to explore, think, and understand.
The Conversation
What’s the deal with the debt ceiling? 5 questions answered
What is the debt ceiling? Economics Professor Steven Pressman breaks it down.
Poor and middle-income families need a better way than 529s to save for college
A college education is increasingly necessary for success in today’s economy. It’s also increasingly expensive.
From Nazis to Netflix, the controversies and contradictions of Cannes
The Festival de Cannes has long functioned as an expression of France’s national identity. But Cannes has sometimes struggled to live up to this ideal, and the competing agendas of art, commerce, international politics and national pride have long roiled the festival.
What France and the UK can teach Trump about reviving America’s middle class
America’s middle class is in deep trouble. Signs of its decline are everywhere, from stagnant incomes and falling wealth to soaring household debt and the rise of populist politicians promising a return to the “glory days.”
College of Liberal Arts Magazine
Middle School Outreach Ensemble Inspires the Next Generation
Each week, the University Center for the Arts at Colorado State University is filled with local middle school students and music instructors eager to be part of something special.
Teaching in Vietnam: Lesson on the Markets of Hanoi
Dr. Alexandra Bernasek traveled to Hanoi, Vietnam in November of 2016 to teach the ninth cohort of a partnership between Foreign Trade University (FTU) and Colorado State University.
Applying Ethics: How Philosophy Brings Clarity to Emerging Challenges
A study recently published in the journal Science shows that artificial intelligence (AI) technologies display racial and gender bias.
English Majors Don’t Wait Until They Graduate
A common myth about getting an English degree is that English majors become teachers, writers, or work in publishing. These are their only options, right?