Welcome from the Dean
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Dr. Barbara Bonnekessen
Dean, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
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Welcome to the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences at Eastern Illinois University, the largest and most diverse college on campus. No matter your major, the classes you take here will shape how you think, solve problems, and see the world.
Liberal Arts & Sciences is all about connection. The natural sciences help you understand how the world works. The social sciences explore how people and communities function. The humanities dive into ideas, history, and culture. The arts bring creativity and expression to life. Together, these areas give you a bigger picture and prepare you to tackle real challenges from multiple angles.
Here, you will learn how to ask better questions, find reliable information, and turn what you learn into action. Whether you are analyzing data, writing and communicating ideas, or working with others to solve complex problems, you are building skills that matter far beyond the classroom.
You will also explore issues that shape our world today, from access to resources and opportunity to the ways communities grow and thrive. At EIU, you are not just learning about these topics, you are part of the conversation and the solution.
No matter where your path leads, the skills you gain in the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences will go with you. Employers are looking for people who can think critically, communicate clearly, adapt to change, and work with others. That is exactly what you will develop here.
At EIU, you are more than a number. You are part of a community that knows your name, supports your goals, and helps you create your own path.
We are excited to have you here.
