Welcome to the College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities — an academic home where curiosity is nurtured, creativity is celebrated, and human potential is intentionally developed. As one of NCCU’s largest and most diverse colleges, we bring together 11 departments that explore the full range of human experience: how we think, how we express ourselves, how we build communities, and how we shape the world around us.
Our guiding belief is clear and powerful: We educate the whole person, preparing graduates to think, create, communicate and lead because building better humans creates a better world.
This principle informs everything we do. Across the arts, humanities, and social sciences, our faculty empower students to analyze complex issues, engage with culture, understand society, and contribute meaningfully to the world. Our programs cultivate critical thinkers, bold creators, effective communicators, and ethical leaders — graduates who are prepared not only for careers, but for lives of purpose.
Whether you are exploring our academic offerings, seeking opportunities for collaboration, or simply learning more about who we are, I invite you to discover the depth and vibrancy of our college. Here, you will find a community committed to excellence, innovation, and human-centered education.
Thank you for visiting the College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities. We are proud of the work we do — and excited for what you will discover.
Shauntae Brown White, Ph.D.
Interim Dean