This program offers a broad and interdisciplinary exploration of human culture, history, and thought. Students will gain expertise in areas such as literature, philosophy, history, and cultural studies. The program emphasizes the development of critical thinking, analytical skills, communication skills, and a nuanced understanding of human experience, preparing students for diverse careers in fields such as education, communication, arts, and public service.

(Career options are highly dependent on chosen specializations, further study, and experience. Potential paths include but are not limited to:) Roles in: Education (Teaching, Curriculum Development), Writing/Editing, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Arts Administration, Museum/Library Work, Policy Analysis, Non-Profit Organizations, Research, (Potentially roles in related educational institutions, media organizations, cultural institutions, government agencies, and non-profit organizations)

- Leading public research university with high student research involvement
- Oregon's only member of the Association of American Universities
- Unbeatable quality of life in Eugene, a top 50 "college town" on the West Coast
- College of Arts and Sciences, a major intellectual hub.