Tag: College of Humanities
Humanities intelligence
Lessons learned in the humanities set you up not only for multiple career paths but for an education that will see you through a lifetime.
Read MoreAdvisor of the Month: Justin Nistler
This peer-nominated award is given in recognition of an advisor’s ability to go above and beyond in the support they provide to students.
Read MoreReading list: Understanding racism in America
The U’s Department of English compiled a list of books, graphic novels and poetry to help readers better understand and further explore racism in America.
Read MoreHumans of the U: Arielle Gulley
“The education I’ve received at the U is something I will always be grateful for…I will celebrate my time at the U as one of the greatest experiences in my life so far.”
Read MoreHumans of the U: Jeff Metcalf
“I’m very excited about the novel (fiction) called ‘Wacko’s City of Fun Carnival.’ It is loosely based on my own experience of running away from home at 15 and a half and joining a traveling carnival. As my mother always told me, ‘How could somebody be born on Halloween, in a cab, in San Francisco and not have an interesting life?’ And, she was absolutely correct.”
Read MoreHumans of the U: Kristina Baskett
Former Utah gymnast and current Hollywood stunt double discusses the U and working on “Game of Thrones.”
Read MoreHumans of the U: Ashley Baker
“When I was 32, my husband and in-laws convinced me to go back to school. They saw something in me that I didn’t see in myself…I guess you could say my time here has not only provided me with the necessary tools to find my voice. But more importantly, it’s helped me become the person I’ve always wanted to be.”
Read MoreNEW DEAN FOR THE COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES
Stuart K. Culver, associate professor of English will begin immediately.
Read More‘NEW CHILDREN OF ISRAEL’
U professor’s new book examines Jewish identity among millions of African and Asian peoples who claim descent from the Ten Lost Tribes of Israel.
Read MoreHUMANS OF THE U: COPELAND JOHNSTON
As a hospital chaplain, Copeland Johnston learned to listen and help people during the most vulnerable times of their lives. These skills have proven invaluable when working with his students in his role as an academic advisor.
Read MoreHUMANITIES DEAN LEAVING
Dianne S. Harris, dean of the College of Humanities, has been selected for new position with the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.
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