School of Arts and Sciences | SUNY Buffalo State University

Welcome to the School of Arts and Sciences

Our school was formed in 2021 by merging the school of Natural and Social Sciences and the school of Arts and Humanities, making us the largest school on campus. We provide opportunities for faculty from diverse disciplines to work together in unique and interdisciplinary ways to provide a modern take on the classic Liberal Arts education.

Interim Dean's Welcome

Discover Our Programs

Visit our departments and view the many programs the School of Arts and Sciences has to offer.

Our Departments and Units

High Impact Learning

The School of Arts and Sciences offers students high-impact learning experiences through study away, undergraduate research, and specialized programs.

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Mission, Vision, Values

Mission

The School of Arts and Sciences transforms student lives through rigorous scholarship, artistic expression, and engaged global citizenship.

Vision

We, the School of Arts and Sciences, are committed to:

an inclusive campus of diverse viewpoints, social and natural environmental stewardship, local action, and global thinking;
recognition of the interconnectedness and transformative power of creative, humane, scientific, and social perspectives;
excellence in scholarship and creative achievement in the arts and sciences;
applied learning as a means to create broadly educated and engaged thinkers who are well prepared to improve their worlds;
creating connections that spark new and innovative approaches across disciplines;
shared and transparent governance across all units in support of an experienced and adaptable faculty;
highest standards of integrity, civility, professionalism, and respect for all persons.

Values

The School of Arts and Sciences will:

develop interdisciplinary connections, study abroad opportunities, and community partnerships for twenty-first century global careers;
deliver inclusive and innovative programs that foster creative and critical thinking, communication, collaboration, adaptability, and global sustainability;
produce ethical, creative, curious professionals with a commitment to life-long learning and
respect for the interconnectedness of knowledge.