Pathways in the Arts and Humanities

The Arts & Humanities offer countless opportunities to explore the reach of human reason, creativity, and imagination. There are many pathways into this intellectual richness. Some students prefer to begin with an introductory overview of a broad subject, while others would rather dive into something tightly focused. Some enjoy lecture classes, while others thrive in seminars. Learn more  here.

Languages at Harvard

In the words of Charlemagne, "To have another language is to possess a second soul.”  Explore over eighty language pathways.

Art Making at Harvard

Explore creative pathways in the arts through courses funded by the Elson Family Arts Initiative.

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  The Arts and Humanities at Harvard

 

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Humanities 11a. Frameworks: The Art of Looking

Professor Jennifer Roberts, History of Art and Architecture

Tuesdays, 11:30 - 1, Art Museums

 

 

Theater, Dance & Media Concentration

 

 

Books of 2015 by Arts & Humanities Faculty

 

 

Read about the Careers of Arts and Humanities Alumni

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Featured Faculty

  • Alison Simmons

    Alison Simmons

    Samuel H. Wolcott Professor of Philosophy

     

    Alison Simmons received her Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania in 1994. The bulk of her teaching is in early modern philosophy, natural philosophy, and theories of mind. She also has teaching interests, however, in medieval philosophy, philosophy of mind, and philosophy of psychology.

    Read more about Alison Simmons