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ARTS & HUMANITIES
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Studying the liberal arts at Saint Anselm, you will gain valuable insight into how the world works and how you could make it work better.
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Experiences in the arts and Humanities are designed to be transformative—stimulating a passion for discovery, sharpening perspectives and values, and gaining valuable insight into what it means to be human in our shared world.
Studying the Humanities at Saint Anselm College is special because you learn measurable skills you can apply directly to work after graduation, like writing, research, and analyzing texts, while also learning how to think and tackle some of life’s biggest questions.
Internships
Get hands-on, real-world experience and bolster your resume with a paid or for-credit internship. Recent internships include Disney College Program, Entertainment 2 Affect Change, New Hampshire Historical Society, New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services, and Putnam Investments.
Careers in Secondary Education
If you’re interested in a teaching career, you may double major in English, Spanish, French, History, Studio Art, or Music and in Secondary Education while completing requirements to earn a license.
Study Abroad Opportunities
Spend a semester abroad or take a course with a week-long international component - courses that travel abroad include:
• The Cold War in Cuba • Music and Culture in Vienna, Austria • Medieval Philosophy in the Netherlands • Normandy Through the Ages • Advanced Spanish Immersion and Internship in Mendoza, Argentina
Saint Anselm in Tuscania
Experience a semester of cultural immersion and community engagement in the small town of Tuscania, Italy. You can leave a lasting impact through meaningful service projects and mission-based activities as part of our signature study abroad program.
A Faculty Advisor in your corner
Strong academic advising can be critical to your success. So, our faculty, the people who know the curriculum best, advise you on which courses to take and when. Every student is assigned a faculty advisor in their declared major. Your advisor will become your best champion, the one who helps you find research opportunities or internships, teaches your favorite course, and writes your recommendations long after you’ve graduated.
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Arts & Humanities News
Annual MLK Jr. Dinner Kicks Off Month-Long Celebration of “Infinite Hope”
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Center for the Study of Religion and Public Life Relaunched at Saint Anselm College
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Saint Anselm Students Discover Career Pathways through Internships
This past summer, three Saint Anselm seniors participated in internships…
The Class of 2024 Finds Success in their Ventures After Saint Anselm College
99% of the Class of 2024 are reported as being employed, pursuing…
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Men’s and Women’s Basketball Alumni Play in Pros Abroad
Within the last few years, several Hawks have taken their talents to…
Prof. Chani Marchiselli Researches How Elocution Impacts Persuasion
Have you ever noticed how people’s voices change when speaking to…
Annual Lenten Celebrations Begin at Saint Anselm College
Lent has begun, and Saint Anselm is continuing its Benedictine…
Students Travel and Explore the Music and History of Vienna
Details of the unforgettable trip to Vienna.
Arts & Humanities Events
From Carnegie Hall to Nashville’s Bluebird Café, David Wilcox has
brought his warm, baritone vocals and image-filled acoustic poetry to audiences for decades. He believes music is sacred ground and his inveterate storytelling paired with his distinctive guitar technique reflect that. His expressive finger-picking-style playing and open tuning, often with custom capos, seamlessly accompany his layered lyrics that are insightful and quietly cut deep. A prolific and revered folk musician, he has earned praise over the years in The New York Times, The Boston Globe and Rolling Stone, among others.
Join us for the inaugural College Ethics Circle meeting as we kick off this exciting new club on campus!
Meet on Tuesday, April 29 at 4 PM in the Pub for an informal discussion on the question:
"Should billionaires exist, or is extreme wealth inherently unethical?"
Philosophy Professor Bob Anderson will facilitate the conversation.
All students are welcome, and we hope you can join us for this thought-provoking discussion! Register in advance here
Join us for a discussion with Dr. Annabel Beerel on the topic of courage and leadership in times of radical uncertainty. As we navigate a world where the old normal is gone and the new normal has yet to emerge, this seminar offers an opportunity to explore how courageous leadership can guide us through these challenging times.
In this two-hour seminar, Dr. Beerel will explore the complexities of transition, examining what it truly means to lead with courage and how we can cultivate this vital trait in ourselves and others.
Pre-reading and reflection questions will be provided in advance to help you prepare for this thought-provoking discussion. The event is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Light hors d'oeuvres will be served.
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About the speaker:
Dr. Annabel Beerel, an Executive Leadership and Ethics consultant, hosts a variety of seminars on Leadership, Change Management, Ethics and Mindfulness. She is the former Distinguished Chair of Ethics at SNHU and interim Dean of Religious Life at Wellesley College. She has written several books on leadership and ethics and speaks at a variety of conferences.
Event details for Courage: The Heart of Leadership. Navigating Times of Uncertainty and Change
Fetch the family and come see a dozen of the world’s most talented four-legged performers as they return to our stage in a dazzling and hilarious spectacular! Uproariously funny and awe-inspiring, you won’t believe what this amazing troupe of rescue dogs can do. Each dog’s star quality is nurtured and shines through as they perform feats of balancing, flipping, prancing and dancing. These rovers have mastered a range of gambits, stunts and tricks that will leave you begging for more!
L.A. Dance proudly presents “Groovin’ Through the Decades”. Prepare to experience a journey through time. This show includes iconic songs from the past and the present. We are celebrating all things dance and how it has changed through the evolution of music. We cannot wait for you to see the show!
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Event details for LA Dance Presents: Groovin' Through The Decades
The Granite State Tap Festival features some of the greatest tap dancers in the industry. Classes are taught with care and joy, and our show features you! Dancers will submit their pieces with a chance to be picked to perform in the show with our faculty and special guests. Come celebrate tap dance with us!
$30 per class
Purchase the 3 class package for $90 and recieve a 4th class free.
Intermediate
10am with Katherine
11am with Ryan
12pm- Lunch break
12:30pm with Aaron
1:30pm with Kahled
Advanced:
10am with Ryan
11am with Lily
12pm- Lunch break
12:30pm with Kahled
1:30pm with Aaron