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Immersive courses. Engaged faculty. Inspired scholars. These are the heart of Miami University’s diverse arts and science curriculum. The College of Arts and Science (CAS) fosters a climate that promotes intellectual discovery and personal development through the 60+ undergraduate majors, dozens of minors, and 40+ graduate degree programs. Whatever your passion, CAS will equip you to obtain a great career that enables you to live your dreams, enact meaningful change, and become the person you desire to be.

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Why Arts and Science?

At Miami University's College of Arts and Science, you’ll get a broad and diverse education that offers the "best of both worlds" — opportunities and resources typically found at much larger universities in a more intimate, personalized, interactive environment. You’ll gain critical thinking and communication skills through our rich diversity of rigorous academic opportunities and experiences. You'll cultivate intellect and creativity as we work toward the common good. And you'll develop the key building blocks to a happy, successful career in our ever-changing, globally minded workforce.
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Natural and Biological Sciences

CAS offers a wealth of immersive programs spanning biological science, physical and environmental science, data science, and mathematics. These areas incorporate the extraction of data to examine the fundamentals of how things work, exist, and interact within both the known and theoretical universe, at all scales – from the astronomical to the nano.

Starting your first year, your professors will encourage you to join their research teams, where you can make real contributions not only in the lab but also at major conferences and in scholarly journals. These experiences will give you a strong advantage for professional or graduate school acceptance as well as rewarding careers in both the private and public sectors.

But your opportunities don’t stop there. You will find plenty of practical, career-focused experiences in such diverse offerings as our pre-healthcare preceptorships, summer geological field camps, the annual spring DataFest, and numerous internships, scholarships, and study abroad programs.

Social Sciences

The wide variety of social science programs at CAS will plunge you into the roots of human nature and society. Our students are interested in exploring individual interpersonal interactions, analyzing the behaviors of social sub-groups, and understanding larger cultural and societal norms. 

For example, Speech Pathology and Audiology majors study communication disorders, language development, and hearing. Psychology majors focus on human behavior, brain development, thought, and feelings. And Political Science majors examine issues of local and national governance, diplomacy and global politics, and social and political change. 

Our experiential learning opportunities include research, study away/abroad, internships, and scholarships. From the “inside the beltway” internship experiences at Inside Washington, to the guidance and networking resources provided by the Sue J. Henry Center for Pre-Law Education, to the on-the-ground, real-world impact of the Social Justice Internship Program, social science majors find numerous pathways to exciting careers.

Humanities

Humanities students in CAS delve into a vast range of fields devoted to the examination of the vibrancy of the human experience, how it is expressed, and the ways in which the intricacies of human values have shaped the world around us. 

Whether you’re tackling a world language, analyzing the origin of ancient texts, understanding how people consume various media, exploring the perspectives of global cultures, or even designing your own course of study, the humanities will guide you along a promising career path and sense of purpose. They also pair well with majors in business, science and technology, healthcare, and much more.  

Engage in research with top-notch faculty and participate in numerous resources and events with the Miami University Humanities Center. Beyond our wide variety of study abroad opportunities, you’ll discover our popular “Inside” career-focused internships in Hollywood, Washington, New York, London, and Chicago, all of which provide the chance to network with successful Miami alumni.

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1 in 3

undergraduates doing research in experiential environments alongside leading faculty

98.4%

of May 2022 graduates are employed or enrolled in graduate school by fall

92%

of 2022-23 senior Miami applicants were accepted to law school (compared to 80% national average for the same period)

60.4%

of first-time applicants were accepted into medical school; around 20% higher than national average

Meet Our Teacher-Scholars 

    David Berg

    University Distinguished Professor
    Biology
    College of Arts and Science

    "In biology at Miami, we engage students in the classroom, in the laboratory, and in the field. Our undergraduates have the rare opportunity to conduct novel and timely research under the guidance of talented graduate students and passionate faculty. Our research on freshwater invertebrates both guides and supports conservation actions by numerous state and federal agencies."

    Teacher-Scholar Profiles

    Rodney Coates

    Professor
    Global and Intercultural Studies
    College of Arts of Science

    "As a teacher-scholar, I actively engage my students in research, knowledge production, and critical reflection. Miami University encourages excellence in its students and its faculty. It is a place where the teacher-scholar model becomes how we foster critical inquiry and maximize student achievement. At Miami, it is not through indoctrination and memorization, but student engagement and scholarship by which learning is accomplished."

    Teacher-Scholar Profiles

    Steven Conn

    W.E. Smith Professor
    History
    College of Arts and Science

    "What I most enjoy about teaching at Miami is the extent to which I am able to experiment with new methods and to try out new ideas with students who are keen to try new things too. I have the flexibility to explore things that I think students will find interesting or which are driving my own scholarly interests at a given moment. I think my scholarship has enriched my teaching but I know beyond a doubt that teaching Miami students has enriched my scholarship."

    Teacher-Scholar Profiles

    Renate Crawford

    Adjunct Professor
    Physics
    College of Arts of Science

    "The teacher-scholar model enables me to lift complicated concepts out of the textbook and show real-world examples to reinforce the underlying physics. Students are introduced to contemporary translational and applied research as they learn the basic principles of physics. Faculty at Miami are both teachers and scholars, transforming their classrooms through research, creating a vibrant teaching and learning environment, introducing students to what researchers and scholars are thinking about in their disciplines."

    Teacher-Scholar Profiles

    Patrick Haney

    Professor
    Political Science
    College of Arts and Science

     

    Teacher-Scholar Profiles

    Cameron Hay-Rollins

    Chair and Professor
    Anthropology
    College of Arts and Science

    "Research is an adventure. As an anthropologist, I seek to understand how people cope with suffering, illness, and inequity.  Whether in Indonesia, India, or Indiana, I venture into the unknowns of research to find evidence of how we might promote resilience, well-being, and equity in the most vulnerable moments of people’s lives. Research is an exciting activity, and Miami’s teacher-scholar model allows me to invite students into scholarly conversations and the surprising joy of pursuing research adventures."

    Teacher-Scholar Profiles

    Emily Legg

    Associate Professor
    English
    College of Arts and Science

    "As faculty, it is so invigorating to find that Miami students are reflective and active participants in their learning experiences, rather than just sitting back and passively consuming the materials I’ve provided. Together, we all strive to create a knowledge-making community in the classroom, where I find myself both teaching and constantly learning from students in ways that grows my own scholarship. By challenging ourselves to become better teacher-scholars, we all can create spaces where community knowledge can happen and inclusive teaching begins."

    Teacher-Scholar Profiles

    Wayne Nirode

    Assistant Professor
    Math
    College of Arts and Science

    “When I began thinking about leaving high school for the next phase of my professional career, it was important for me to go to a university that valued both teaching and research. To me, this is at the heart of the teacher-scholar model. After being at Miami University for six years, I do not think that I could have found a university that better aligns with my views on teaching and researching — in short the teacher-scholar model. I am proud to say that Miami is my professional home.”

    Teacher-Scholar Profiles

    Arnold Olszewski

    Associate Professor
    Speech Pathology and Audiology
    College of Arts and Science

    "As an instructor, my goal is to help future speech-language pathologists develop assessment and intervention plans using evidence-based methods. As a researcher, my goal is to work with students to develop, evaluate, and revise techniques for teaching early literacy skills. What I love about Miami is the strong emphasis on both teaching and research. Many schools prioritize one over the other, but I believe these go hand-in-hand. My favorite thing is getting a student who is scared of research to develop their own project and see the excitement they feel when they get their results."

    Teacher-Scholar Profiles

    Rosemary Pennington

    Associate Professor, Journalism Area Coordinator
    Media, Journalism, and Film
    College of Arts and Science

    Teacher-Scholar Profiles

    Vaishali Raval

    Professor
    Psychology
    College of Arts and Science

    Teacher-Scholar Profiles

    Elizabeth Wardle

    Roger and Joyce Howe Distinguished Professor of Written Communication and Director
    English, Howe Center for Writing Excellence

    Teacher-Scholar Profiles

    Ellen Yezierski

    Professor and Director
    Chemistry and Biochemistry, Center for Teaching Excellence
    College of Arts and Science

    Teacher-Scholar Profiles

The College of Arts and Science

Representing nearly half of all students, the College of Arts and Science (CAS) is Miami University's largest division and the centerpiece of liberal arts — the wide range of subjects in the natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities crucial for the development of key professional skills desired by employers.

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