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The College of Arts and Sciences is not only the largest of the six colleges at NKU, but we also offer the most diverse collection of degree programs and the widest array of general education courses. Students will discover something of interest in our classes and leave better prepared to solve problems, create, discover, communicate, and influence their communities and the world around them.

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STEM Like a Girl

At Northern Kentucky University, there are approximately 200 female students and faculty members working hard to break the STEM ceiling. We spoke with a few about their research and experiences as women in STEM.

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Rocket Man

Astrophysicist Scott Nutter launches cosmic ray research beyond the campus lab and the edge of Earth’s atmosphere.

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The Show Must Go On

Alumnus Marty Boyer (‘99) isn’t trying to get his name on a theater marquee, but the work he does for local productions is very much a star turn. Which is how he likes it—he wants to craft the main story from behind the scenes.

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Outside In

Outside In

A new mural inspired by a hidden trail at NKU captures the interconnectedness of nature with everyday life.

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Celebration of Student Research & Creativity

Celebration of Student Research & Creativity

Celebration is all about showcasing the work of our students—through posters and oral presentations or interactive demonstrations, performances, or exhibits.

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Academic Accreditation

Academic Accreditation

A quality assurance process for our programs. Peace of mind for your future.

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Connect with us on Social Media

Connect with us on Social Media

Want to know what's happening right now? Follow us for the latest events and announcements.

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Education Abroad

Education Abroad

Learning should not be confined to the classroom.  Take advantage of off-campus programs that will expand and enhance your college experience.

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SOTA Events

SOTA Events

Stage lights, gallery nights and music that delights...

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Out of This World

Out of This World

Have an extraterrestrrial experience at the Haile Digital Planetarium.

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Building Bright Futures

Building Bright Futures

We are more than a University. We are a life experience. A community of thinkers and doers who fuel the flame of curiosity.

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Unmatched Facilities

The College of Arts & Sciences boasts facilities unlike any other in the region. Whether you want to take in a play in one of our 5 performance spaces in the School of The Arts, view the stars in the new Schneider Observatory or the Haile Digital Planetarium or immerse yourself in culture in our Anthropology Museum you will find something to ignite your passion for learning.

 

Arts and Science

News & Events

News & Events

  • Arts & Sciences Opens New Mechatronics Laboratory
    The new mechatronics lab at NKU opened in the spring of 2019 with a generous donation of equipment from Rockwell Automation and CBT Company. The mechatronics major will perpare workers in high-tech manufacturing, filling a much needed gap in the region.
  • Spring 2019 Honors List
    Northern Kentucky University and the College of Arts & Sciences would like to recognize and thank all students who have achieved an outstanding grade point average for the Fall 2018 semester.

From NKU Magazine

  • A Life Spent Loving History

    A Life Spent Loving History

    For many, finding a path to follow is a lifelong challenge. But in the case of Richard Cooper, the path found him—and it wound backward in time.

  • Into the Fire

    Into the Fire

    “Do you want to go to Africa?” When first he heard the question, Dave Moore, who had recently accepted the position of fire chief in Cincinnati’s Glendale Fire Department, didn’t know everything he understood about fighting fires was about to change.

  • The Show Must Go On

    The Show Must Go On

    What does it take to be a star of the theater? Most would say a place center stage in the main role of a play or musical or, at the very least, a part significant enough to earn a listing in a production’s “Playbill.” Northern Kentucky University alumnus Marty Boyer (‘99) isn’t trying to get his name on a theater marquee, but the work he does for local productions is very much a star turn. Which is how he likes it—he wants to craft the main story from behind the scenes.

  • First Step to the Olympics

    First Step to the Olympics

    When Clara Fightmaster was a teenager, she approached a milestone all 16 year olds spend a lifetime waiting for: getting a driver’s license. But when she took the vision screening, she couldn’t see anything in her peripherals. After a frantic visit to her optometrist, Clara was faced with a life-altering diagnosis: retinitis pigmentosa.

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As NKU’s biggest college, financial support allows us to provide a world-class education to current students. Your gift can encourage students to get involved in research or help support our vibrant arts and theatre programs.

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