College of Arts & Letters

The College of Arts and Letters combines the inclusive community of a small liberal arts college with the innovation of a research university. Located on the beautiful quad, the college offers high-quality programs across fourteen majors with focuses ranging from culture, communication, and creativity to politics, ethics, global perspectives, and justice.

News
Events

Oct 13 Debunking the cry-it-out method
Dr. Jennie Rosier challenges infant sleep-training myths
Sep 30 JMU English Students Visit the Library of Congress
JMU English students from Dr. Courtney Murray Ross’ ENG 408 Early Black Press course visited the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C., on September 23rd.
Sep 29 Arts and Letters Review: Fall 2026
Presenting the ninth issue of the Arts and Letters Review
Sep 29 New faces across the college & saying farewell
A warm welcome to the faculty who have joined us this year and farewell to those who have retired.
Sep 29 Jam sessions, scholarship and excellence in the classroom
On campus, Cyril V. Uy II is innovative scholar, dedicated educator and committed mentor — off campus, he is all that and more.
Sep 29 Rooted and thriving at JMU
Michele Cornaire is the 2026 College of Arts and Letters Excellence in Service Award winner.