The Arts and Sciences department at the University of Charleston in Charleston, West Virginia, forms a central part of the university's mission, providing a comprehensive liberal arts education. This department is dedicated to cultivating critical thinking, strong communication abilities, and effective problem-solving skills, preparing students not just for their initial careers but for lifelong adaptability and learning. It integrates studies across the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and mathematics, offering a broad and deep academic foundation. Through diverse programs, hands-on experiences like internships and research, and a focus on community involvement, the department equips graduates to thrive in a dynamic global environment and contribute positively to society.
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The University of Charleston (UC) is a private non-profit university with its main campus in Charleston, West Virginia. The university also has a location in Beckley, West Virginia, known as UC-Beckley. UC was founded in 1888 as the Charleston Collegiate Institute by the Methodist Episcopal Church. In 1901, the college became affiliated with the Methodist Episcopal Church, South, and in 1923, it was renamed the West Virginia Wesleyan College. In 1966, the college became coeducational and in 1971, it changed its name to the University of Charleston.
