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College of Arts, Social Sciences, & Humanities (CASSH)

Students have opportunities to gain experience through fieldwork at archaeological sites such as those at the Red Cliff Reservation.

Students have opportunities to gain experience through fieldwork at archaeological sites such as those at the Red Cliff Reservation.

There are many opportunities for CASSH students to gain experience through research, often presenting at events such as Research in the Rotunda.

There are many opportunities for CASSH students to gain experience through research, often presenting at events such as Research in the Rotunda.

As a UWL senior studying art education and minoring in art history, Marlie Voigt has developed a passion for printmaking. Following a competitive jury process, two of Voigt’s prints were selected to be part of Press Forward, a national student printmaking juried exhibition in 2023.

As a UWL senior studying art education and minoring in art history, Marlie Voigt has developed a passion for printmaking. Following a competitive jury process, two of Voigt’s prints were selected to be part of Press Forward, a national student printmaking juried exhibition in 2023.

CASSH offers students many opportunities to learn through collaboration, such as producing publications like Steam Ticket.

CASSH offers students many opportunities to learn through collaboration, such as producing publications like Steam Ticket.

CASSH students have exciting opportunities to travel abroad. During summer 2024, UWL students immersed themselves in Chinese language and culture during a 4-week program in Hangzhou, China.

CASSH students have exciting opportunities to travel abroad. During summer 2024, UWL students immersed themselves in Chinese language and culture during a 4-week program in Hangzhou, China.

CASSH supports projects such as Hear, Here Northside, which brings to life the historic past of local businesses and communities.

CASSH supports projects such as Hear, Here Northside, which brings to life the historic past of local businesses and communities.

The new Communication and Media Lab (CaML) offers CASSH students and faculty a space for research and production using new and emerging digital media technologies.

The new Communication and Media Lab (CaML) offers CASSH students and faculty a space for research and production using new and emerging digital media technologies.

Sociology students gain data analysis experience through a community partnership.

Sociology students gain data analysis experience through a community partnership.

Every year, CASSH recognizes an outstanding senior undergraduate student with the John E. Magerus Award. In spring 2024, CASSH was pleased to announce Leo Chavolla as the Magerus awardee. Leo graduated in May with a major in Music: Jazz Performance emphasis and minors in Art and Theatre Arts: Design and Technical emphasis.

Every year, CASSH recognizes an outstanding senior undergraduate student with the John E. Magerus Award. In spring 2024, CASSH was pleased to announce Leo Chavolla as the Magerus awardee. Leo graduated in May with a major in Music: Jazz Performance emphasis and minors in Art and Theatre Arts: Design and Technical emphasis.

Your Key To Global Citizenship

Students who major and minor in CASSH possess the skills that employers want.

CASSH Key to Global Citizenship

The College of Arts, Social Sciences, & Humanities (CASSH) helps students develop into global citizens prepared to solve the complex issues of the 21st century. We provide students with innovative coursework and strong connections with faculty and staff to continually develop critical thinking skills, communication, problem-solving, and the ability to work in teams.

Undergraduate Programs

Graduate Programs

Institutes

Institute for Latin American and Latino Studies

International & Global Studies

Mississippi Valley Archaeology Center

Events

Multiple dates (2 upcoming) Discussion + Civil Dialogue Community of Practice, Sponsored by CATL

Multiple dates (2 upcoming) Cross-Cultural Instructor Collaboration Community of Practice, Sponsored by CATL

11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thu, Nov. 6 Campus Climate Research Reveal Insights into Student Belonging & Community

News

Yia Vang is the award-winning chef and creative force behind the Minneapolis restaurant Vinai. After countless accolades, Vang still sees himself as a shy kid from rural Wisconsin — one who is still inspired by his parents. Photos from PBS

The ink in their quill Posted 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025 How a passion for food and family propelled Yia Vang to culinary stardom Read

The newly added criminology major reflects UWL’s commitment to student interests and community partnerships.

UWL launches criminology major Posted 2:35 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025 New program blends research, experiential learning to meet critical need Read

Ellen Rozek, who holds a Ph.D. in psychology and gerontology, studies the way cognitive experiences can be affected by social experiences. Loneliness is an example of an experience affected by our perceived social experiences.

The loneliness epidemic Posted 10:18 a.m. Monday, Sept. 15, 2025 Tips from UWL psychologist on overcoming loneliness, building meaningful connections Read

Víctor Macías-González, professor of history, shares some of his favorites.

Faculty faves Posted 10:15 a.m. Monday, Sept. 15, 2025 A profile of a favorite faculty Read

Stewart Eskew, assistant teaching professor of philosophy, heads the new AI Ethics Certificate program. Photo modified with AI assistance.

Navigating the AI frontier Posted 10:13 a.m. Monday, Sept. 15, 2025 UWL's new AI Ethics certificate prepares students to lead in AI-driven world Read