College of Humanities

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Studies in the Humanities prepare students to graduate with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a rapidly changing, highly diverse and internationally competitive world.

Our students find career opportunities in wide-ranging fields, including the legal and medical professions, nonprofit organizations, interpreting and translating services, journalism, advertising, creative and technical writing, human resources, banking, teaching, and countless others.

Dean Jeffery Reader

At the core of who we are in the Humanities is a process of inquiry that leads us to understand both ourselves and others through critical thinking, critical examination and critical analysis.

Read more from Dean Jeffrey Reeder in CSUN Today

Dean Scholar Emma Carroll

Emma Carroll, the 2024 College of Humanities Dean’s Scholar, has long been focused on excellence.

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2024 College of Humanities Outstanding Scholar Jessica Smith

This year’s College of Humanities Outstanding Scholar was what you might refer to as a reluctant matador.

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Humanities Events

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May 9

AASPP Ethnic Studies Mixer: Querencia

Time: 3:00 pm — 7:00 pm
Location: The Glenn Omatsu House

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May 14

Lets Talk with Josh Chow @ The Glenn Omatsu House

Time: 2:15 pm — 4:15 pm
Location: The Glenn Omatsu House

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May 24

After the Fire: A Retreat on Environment and Regeneration

Time: 9:00 am — 3:00 pm
Location: Audubon Center at Debs Park

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Humanities News

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English Awards poster

May 7, 2025

Department of English Awards Ceremony and Master's Degree Hooding Event

Congratulations to the winners of the English Majors and Minors Awards! We will celebrate the winners and the...

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May 2, 2025

Congratulations to Professor Emeritus, Patricia Miller!

We are delighted to celebrate Professor Patricia Miller’s well-deserved recognition as Professor Emerit...

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April 25, 2025

The Immortal Storm: a conversation about race in The X-Men with Dr. andré carrington.

andré carrington, PhD, Associate Professor of English at the University of California, Riverside, will speak...

College of Humanities

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18111 Nordhoff Street

Northridge, CA
91330-8252
Sierra Hall 461

  • Phone: 818-677-3301

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