School of Humanities
Feed Your Curiosity & Expand Your World
The School of Humanities helps you question deeply, communicate clearly and connect meaningfully.
The humanities — including communications, education, English, history, languages, religious studies and philosopy — explore how we express and understand the human experience. Here, you’ll study the art of persuasion, dive into global cultures and examine the power of language, all while developing skills in critical thinking and creative communication.
From building on complex technical concepts to strategic storytelling, the School of Humanities prepares you for a diverse range of careers. With a versatile degree in humanities, your future opportunities are boundless.
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
HAWK’S EYE VIEW
Sarah Ledet ’25 is prepared to excel after graduation due to her unique program experience at Susquehanna.
Brai Tate ’26 gets involved with Susquehanna’s radio station, River Hawk athletics and more through her Sports Media major.
Brett Hernandez-Marin ’25 appreciates the in-depth projects that build relevant industry skills in his courses.
Katrina Hook ’26 credits her Digital Media Analytics course project with getting her an internship at Intel.
Logan Moyer ’25 uses what he’s learned in class to gain valuable professional experience, including writing for ten newspapers across Pennsylvania.
Olivia Acri ’25 takes advantage of observational experiences in local school districts to succeed professionally.
Academics at SUsquehanna
Put your curiosity to work
In the School of Humanities, your curiosity becomes the foundation for learning. From poetry slams to press releases, the art of persuasion to the science of linguistics, you’ll learn to communicate creatively and think critically.
SUsquehanna By the Numbers
More Than Metrics
Schools at Susquehanna
Let your Wonders Run Wild
Always a Good Day on Campus
A Day in the Life
By Olivia Acri ’25
Happy Susquehanna Moments
Quick Links
Power Your ReadinesS
MEet THE FACULTY
Learn By DOing
Learning isn’t just something that happens in the classroom — it’s an experience. Our active learning philosophy ensures every student is immersed in hands-on opportunities from the moment they arrive on campus. From original research to study-abroad programs and community partnerships, active learning at Susquehanna propels you beyond the books and into real-world experiences.
The COllege Tour
Real-World Experience
Where Passion Meets Purpose
Straight from the Nest
“I would describe the community here at Susquehanna as very welcoming and very diverse. Everybody knows everybody. It’s nice. You walk around and you always run into people you know. Everybody is very supportive.”
— Logan Moyer ’25
“Being a dual major was a challenge at first — establishing a schedule for classes and deciding whether I wanted to overload my credits with a more time-consuming schedule. My advisors have helped me find the right schedule for me, as well as the path that is going to help me be more academically successful to graduate from Susquehanna with a diverse toolbox.”
— Kristina Kerschner ’25
“Getting involved on this campus is something that’s a ‘must’ in my opinion. Whether you’re on a sports team, a part of a club, or in a fraternity or sorority, it makes the atmosphere and your experience at Susquehanna that much better.”
— Jaxson Purnell ’25
“Networking here is great, and the alumni are incredibly helpful and willing to talk about anything you need — internships, job opportunities, anything.”
— Joelle Bunyon-Nelson ’26
“As a Susquehanna student, I’ve truly discovered who I am. I’ve had incredible opportunities to grow, and I’m proud to be a future alumni heading into the workforce. Susquehanna has given me the tools to succeed, and I’m excited for what’s next.”
— Jake Lanning ’25
“What stands out about my majors at Susquehanna is that they have smaller communities and that really gives us the opportunity to dive into each other’s work, get to know the people who are in our community and help better each other.”
— Allison Himler ’26
“I’m grateful for the people I’ve met — the staff, faculty and the opportunities I’ve had through academics and athletics.”
— Lily Shutt ’26
“I think the networking is probably one of the biggest things this university has to offer.”
— Nick Williams ’25
“My favorite class at Susquehanna was my first-year seminar, Intro to Historical Stories. It was very hands-on, allowing me to experience local culture through the community and activities.”
— Jack Thon ’26
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