About the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
The College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences cultivates the whole person in the Marianist tradition through academically rigorous programs that foster creativity, promote justice and advance scholarship for the transformation of local and global communities.
Value Statement
Our distinctive Catholic and Marianist values are embedded within the tradition of the classical liberal arts, or liberalis, Latin for “worthy of a free person.” Building on the classic trivium, we highly value reading, writing and communication skills as foundational to critical reasoning and formation in faith. We embed those skills within this framework of core leadership values, which reflect a Marianist educational culture.
Mission of the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
The College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences’s mission reflects the St. Mary’s mission of fostering the formation of people in faith and educating leaders for the common good through community, integrated liberal arts and professional education and academic excellence.
Highlighted Programs and Majors
Why Students Choose the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at St. Mary’s
Students choose the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at St. Mary’s for its personalized learning environment, career-focused degree programs and commitment to ethical leadership. With small class sizes and close faculty mentorship, students gain hands-on experience through internships, undergraduate research and community engagement opportunities.
Programs are designed to help students develop strong communication, analytical and critical-thinking skills that prepare them for the classroom and beyond. Rooted in the Marianist tradition, the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences encourages students to combine academic excellence with leadership, service and a commitment to making a positive impact in their communities.
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St. Mary’s University is about tradition, values and community. We’re a community of scholars coming together to nurture the unique contributions of students, just like you. For us, your success matters.
We are committed to helping you dive deeper into your passions and explore new interests. At St. Mary’s, you will develop the skills to lead a productive and successful life. As you explore St. Mary’s University, ask yourself, “What will you discover?”
Scholarships
St. Mary’s University offers several scholarships and awards to support students with an outstanding academic record and demonstrated financial need.
These scholarships are provided by gracious benefactors who wish to assist deserving students in their journey to achieve a quality education from an institution of higher learning.
St. Mary’s strives to make college affordable. Nearly 100% of incoming undergraduate students receive scholarships and/or institutional grants.
Faculty Who Care About Our Students
If I talk about professors at St Mary’s, I can’t stop talking. They are very, very kind. They helped me a lot.”
Sarah Ojaym
English Literature and Language M.A. ’25
Strategic Plan
St. Mary’s University College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences has unveiled a new strategic plan to reshape the education that undergraduate, graduate and certificate students across the campus receive in the arts, humanities and social sciences.
The Aspirational Strategic Action Plan is the result of a comprehensive, year-long visioning process and seeks to broaden and deepen learning, expand career opportunities and promote community-enhancing research by reshaping the education of all undergraduate, graduate and certificate students in the arts, humanities and social sciences at St. Mary’s University.
Student-Centered Learning, Mentorship, and Success
Empower relationships formed amongst students and faculty to improve student outcomes and career readiness
Faculty Excellence, Scholarship, and Professional Development
A commitment to excellence in all aspects through training, incentives and nationally recognized best practices
Academic Program Quality, Innovation and Responsiveness
Academic program reviews that strengthen program quality and develops new programs
Resource Acquisition and Stewardship
Collaboratively steward resources and sustainable budgets that support core operations, strategic initiatives and evolve programmatic needs.
Strengthen Strategic Community Partnerships
Strengthening alumni relations and incorporating community-serving opportunities into courses and programs
Organizations and Clubs
St. Mary’s offers several clubs and organizations for students majoring in the arts, humanities or social sciences.
Special Programs
The College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences offers several special programs to enhance student learning and opportunities. These special programs provide students with opportunities to enhance their education. Advance your career through programs with ensembles, cultural studies, ROTC, Pre-Law, Theatre and more.
StMU Theatre
All the Music and Theatre Arts Department’s productions are conducted under the auspices of its theatre company, StMU Theatre. It serves the campus community and beyond with a variety of performances and workshops throughout the academic year. All students, regardless of major, are welcome to participate as performers, directors, designers and technicians.
Message from the Interim Dean
The quality education from the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences not only remains a guarantee, it gets better with time.”
Betsy Smith, Ph.D.
Interim Dean of the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Faces of Success
The College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences is proud of our students and alumni who, by their talents and hard work, have helped shape the world. View Presidential Award Winners and Fellowship recipients.
Dean’s Advisory Council
The Dean’s Advisory Council for the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences works closely with the dean to advise and assist with planning and establishing community relationships and partnerships to advance academic excellence and secure internships and employment opportunities for our students.
Office of Admission
Location: Chaminade Tower, Room 200
Text: 210-526-0796
Call: 210-436-3126
Email: uadm@stmarytx.edu
Interim Dean of the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Betsy Smith, Ph.D.
Charles Francis Hall, Room 004
210-436-3737
bsmith27@stmarytx.edu