Study the Humanities: Make the Case
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In the following videos, humanities majors highlight the many possibilities opened by studying the humanities. They also speak about why they chose their specific majors, the subject-knowledge and skills they acquired, and their post-graduation plans.

English Student Profile: Michael Fronk

Posted by Geoffrey Borshof on April 03, 2018


Arabic studies major enjoys learning in small classes and forming a tight-knit community of students who get to travel the globe and explore careers in international relations.

Posted by Geoffrey Borshof on August 09, 2017


Africana studies major tells how honing writing and research abilities through case studies gave her more than just valuable skills: studies in the humanities are a true “way of going about life.”

Posted by Geoffrey Borshof on August 09, 2017


Anthropology major describes how studying peoples and cultures helps develop critical skills by engaging in field work.

Posted by Geoffrey Borshof on August 09, 2017

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Majors Excel

Humanities majors outperform others on many measures


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Valued Skills

Employers want humanities majors' knowledge and skills


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Career Success

Humanities majors find lucrative and satisfying careers


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Field Leaders

Humanities majors are at the highest levels of a wide variety of professions


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Benefits for Life

The benefits of studying the humanities extend far beyond career


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Compelling Articles

Articles on the value of studying the humanities that are ripe for sharing

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