College of Arts and Humanities

Academic Departments

Our academic departments prepare graduates for a wide variety of professional careers. We empower the next generation of communicators, historians, teachers, researchers, security specialists, government officials, performers and creative artists, and more.

Communication and Mass Media

English and Modern Languages

History

Political Science and Philosophy

Security Studies and Criminal Justice

Visual and Performing Arts

Programs

Applied Arts and Sciences

Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (B.A.A.S.)

Hybrid (Online and In Person)

Our Applied Arts and Sciences program is a pathway to use your associate degree toward a bachelor’s degree. Choose from a variety of specializations.

Interdisciplinary Studies

Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies (B.I.S.)

Online
In Person

A Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies is a general studies degree where you combine two minors as your major to prep for a variety of careers.

Minors

Refer to the Undergraduate Catalog for a full list of Minors and their requirements.

<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> <p> “Mariachi music is powerful because audiences know what you’re singing about from the way you sing it.”</p> <p class="blockquote-author"><strong>Rosendo Ramos</strong>, Mariachi Instructor, Class of 2011</p> </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> <p> “Scholarships allow me to participate in exclusive internships like interning with a state senator in Austin.”</p> <p class="blockquote-author"><strong>Jacob Flint</strong>, Sophomore, Political Science</p> </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> <p>“Angelo State gave me a network full of people to gain knowledge, as well as lifelong contacts.”</p> <p class="blockquote-author"><strong>Stephanie Infante</strong>, Orchestra Director, Class of 2017</p> </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> <p>“I chose Angelo State because of the amazing faculty and staff who took me in and made me feel at home.”</p> <p class="blockquote-author"><strong>Chase Phelps</strong>, Technical Director, Class of 2021</p> </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> <p> “Angelo State made me feel I had the highest chance to succeed in pursuing my education, and also met most factors I considered with school like cost, quality of education and proximity to my family.”</p> <p class="blockquote-author"><strong><a href="/live/news/19048-asu-trailblazer-danny-chavez">Danny Chavez</a></strong>, Class of 2013, Political Science</p> </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> <p> “I want others to know that you don’t even have to know Spanish or even be of Mexican descent to enjoy mariachi. You can feel the meaning of the music. The music feels you.”</p> <p class="blockquote-author"><strong>Analeah Zamarron</strong>, Class of 2026, Violin</p> </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> <p> “My professors were great teachers and mentors to me, and I still reference their lessons today in my career field.”</p> <p class="blockquote-author"><strong><a href="/live/news/19048-asu-trailblazer-danny-chavez">Danny Chavez</a></strong>, Class of 2013, Political Science</p> </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> <p> “The hands-on experience in Ram Media allowed me to get a taste of what life in that field would actually be like. It takes you beyond the classroom to learn practical and transferable skills that will benefit you in your career.”</p> <p class="blockquote-author"><strong>Brit Raley</strong>, Class of 2019, B.A. in Mass Media</p> </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> <p> “I’m just very, very grateful to this university for allowing me to still pursue my dreams. I’m really proud to be a Ram.”</p> <p class="blockquote-author"><strong><a href="/live/news/19092-a-beacon-of-hope">Zach Sutterfield</a></strong>, Class of 2022, English</p> </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> <p> “The Department of Political Science and Philosophy has provided me with hands-on work opportunities, which have helped me gain real-world experience and develop into a stronger student, employee and critical thinker.”</p> <p class="blockquote-author"><strong>Hanne Campbell</strong>, Political Science, Class of 2024</p> </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> <p> “It’s very powerful how we are expanding the type of culture reference that mariachi brings.”</p> <p class="blockquote-author"><strong>Rosendo Ramos</strong>, Mariachi Instructor, Class of 2011</p> </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> <p>“Being able to work one-on-one with my professors helped me feel seen and allowed me to improve my skills so that I could be successful in my future endeavors.”</p> <p class="blockquote-author"><strong>Chase Phelps</strong>, Technical Director, Class of 2021</p> </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> <p>“Angelo State is where you can truly define and pursue your passions.”</p> <p class="blockquote-author"><strong>Hayun Surl</strong>, Assistant Professor of Art</p> </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> <p>“I chose Angelo State because of its commitment to innovation and excellence in education.”</p> <p class="blockquote-author"><strong>Hayun Surl</strong>, Assistant Professor of Art</p> </blockquote>
<blockquote class="quote-block--simple"> <p> “During my two years of classes with Dr. Randolph Hicks, he probably received 50+ emails from me asking for help in my online classes. Not once did he ever complain. He made sure I understood and was successful in every class.” </p> <p class="blockquote-author"><strong>Catherine Guerra</strong>, Border and Homeland Security, Class of 2022</p> </blockquote>

College News

2025 Outstanding Graduate Students, May 9

Ram Media Students Win Awards at State Contest, Apr 23

Around the College

Sonia Manzano, Maria from Sesame Street and best-selling author, was the 2018 distinguished speaker at the E. James Holland University Sy...

Distinguished Speaker Series

Each year, we bring notable speakers to campus for the Holland Symposium on American Values and the Holland-Harrell Foreign Affairs Speakers Program. In addition to their interesting and informative presentations, the speakers often meet and interact with students in various classes.

Arts @ ASU

Each season, we feature diverse art exhibits, a wide variety of choir and instrumental ensemble concerts, and stage productions of dramas, comedies and musicals – all driven by our students, including the newly formed Mariachi Los Pastores.

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Oral History

Our interdisciplinary oral history collections draw upon expertise from around the college to create historical records that chronicle the lives of those who have lived through our nation’s most trying times. These ambitious archives are a joint research initiative between both faculty and students.

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Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences Degree

Our B.A.A.S. degree program is a pathway for students who have already earned an associate degree to transfer their credits and earn a bachelor’s degree at ASU. There are several specific areas of specialization.

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Minor in Gender Studies

This multidisciplinary minor teaches students to analyze gender and sexuality as aspects of human biology, identity and culture. It is designed to prepare students for careers in a multicultural workplace or for graduate school studies in gender-related areas.

Outstanding Alumni

<div class="wide-block quote-block lw_widget"> <div class="quote-block__image"> <picture> <source type="image/webp" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/156/width/580/height/430/crop/1/src_region/0,0,1694,1035/51305_IMG_1092_edit.rev.1720649519.webp 2x" data-origin="responsive"/> <source type="image/jpeg" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/156/width/580/height/430/crop/1/src_region/0,0,1694,1035/51305_IMG_1092_edit.rev.1720649519.jpg 2x" data-origin="responsive"/> <img src="/live/image/gid/156/width/580/height/430/crop/1/src_region/0,0,1694,1035/51305_IMG_1092_edit.rev.1720649519.jpg" alt="Danny Chavez in a suit and bow tie smiling at a table" width="580" height="430" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/156/width/580/height/430/crop/1/src_region/0,0,1694,1035/51305_IMG_1092_edit.rev.1720649519.jpg 2x" data-max-w="1694" data-max-h="1035" loading="lazy" data-optimized="true"/> </picture> </div> <div class="quote-block__content"> <div class="quote-block__quote"> <blockquote> <p> “My professors were great teachers and mentors to me, and I still reference their lessons today in my career field.”</p> </blockquote> </div> <div class="quote-block__caption"> <p><a href="/live/news/19048-asu-trailblazer-danny-chavez" class="font-weight-bold">Danny Chavez</a>, Class of 2013, Political Science</p> </div> </div> </div>
<div class="wide-block quote-block lw_widget"> <div class="quote-block__image"> <picture> <source type="image/webp" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/156/width/580/height/430/crop/1/src_region/0,0,2400,1200/57948_Manny_Campos_Teaching.rev.1735847773.webp 2x, /live/image/scale/3x/gid/156/width/580/height/430/crop/1/src_region/0,0,2400,1200/57948_Manny_Campos_Teaching.rev.1735847773.webp 3x" data-origin="responsive"/> <source type="image/jpeg" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/156/width/580/height/430/crop/1/src_region/0,0,2400,1200/57948_Manny_Campos_Teaching.rev.1735847773.jpg 2x, /live/image/scale/3x/gid/156/width/580/height/430/crop/1/src_region/0,0,2400,1200/57948_Manny_Campos_Teaching.rev.1735847773.jpg 3x" data-origin="responsive"/> <img src="/live/image/gid/156/width/580/height/430/crop/1/src_region/0,0,2400,1200/57948_Manny_Campos_Teaching.rev.1735847773.jpg" alt="Manny Compos teaching one of his classes" width="580" height="430" srcset="/live/image/scale/2x/gid/156/width/580/height/430/crop/1/src_region/0,0,2400,1200/57948_Manny_Campos_Teaching.rev.1735847773.jpg 2x" data-max-w="2400" data-max-h="1200" loading="lazy" data-optimized="true"/> </picture> </div> <div class="quote-block__content"> <div class="quote-block__quote"> <blockquote> <p> “I believe in what the Ram Fam is really about, folks who have helped me out along my journey from student to staff to faculty, we’re all connected through ASU.”</p> </blockquote> </div> <div class="quote-block__caption"> <p><a href="/live/news/19417-homecoming-honoree-manny-campos" class="font-weight-bold">Manny Campos</a>, Senior Instructor, Department of Political Science and Philosophy, Class of 2008 & 2010</p> </div> </div> </div>

Mission

The College of Arts and Humanities is dedicated to encouraging the intellectual curiosity and development of the next generation of critical thinkers. The intellectual and creative foundations of this endeavor are the art of written and oral communication, critical analysis and creative problem solving informed by a perspective of the past, an understanding of the present, and the flexibility to face the challenges of the future. The college provides academic, artistic and cultural programs that prepare students for their future careers and empowers them to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing world.