College of Arts and Sciences

Empowering Minds & Inspiring Change

The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) mission is to provide accessible, high-quality education that equips graduates with the knowledge, skills, and resilience needed for successful careers, advanced education, professional growth, and lifelong learning in a dynamic, globalized world. Our faculty and staff are dedicated to cultivating well-rounded, independent, and resourceful graduates who can excel in a diverse, interconnected, and technology-driven society.

The College is committed to:

1. Delivering diverse academic programs in a collaborative and inclusive environment where students, faculty, and staff can thrive as scholars, educators, leaders, and advocates for change.
2. Fostering a supportive and engaging community that nurtures curiosity, innovation, and adaptability in serving a diverse population.
3. Encouraging collaboration and communication among students, faculty, staff, and external partners to enhance instructional quality and promote impactful learning experiences; and
4. Aligning academic offerings and community engagement to address the region’s evolving needs and contribute meaningfully to societal progress.

Support CAS

Your gifts are crucial in empowering our students with the skills and knowledge they need to address global challenges, develop solutions for community needs, and thrive in a rapidly changing workforce. Now, more than ever, your generosity is essential to advancing innovative faculty research and sustaining the academic excellence our professors deliver daily.

Thank you for being a part of this transformative journey and impacting the lives of our students and faculty!

Feel free to send a check or money order to UDC Foundation, 4200 Connecticut Avenue NW, Bldg. 39-3rd FL, Wash DC 20008.  Please enter “CAS” in the check memo section.