Welcome to the College of Arts and Sciences
As the largest and most inclusive academic unit within the university, the College of Arts and Sciences contributes significantly to the cultural and academic characteristics that distinguishes Lamar as a Member of the Texas State University System. Our programs perform at the highest levels with constant enthusiasm for excellence.
The College of Arts and Sciences include some 220 faculty, 100 staff members and houses approximately 5,000 majors. The College is comprised of twelve academic departments, many of which house multiple programs and disciplines. In addition, the College includes a variety of interdisciplinary, pre-professional, and teacher preparation programs that cross educational boundaries.
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For more information contact the Dean's office at (409) 880-8508.
- College of Arts and Sciences Brings in a New Academic Year
- Welcome to the Improved COAS Dean's Suite!
- Golden Pass LNG presents scholarships to biology department
- Lamar University celebrates faculty excellence in teaching
- Something is happening at the COAS Dean's Suite...
- COAS well-represented at 2024 University Professor and University Merit Award Ceremony
- Check out COAS at this year's Spring Cardinal View!
- College of Arts and Sciences celebrates women in STEM
- Study on medical gaslighting and Lyme disease captures global attention
- LU biology student tackles Alzheimer's research
- JoAnne Gay Dishman School of Nursing welcomes Dr. Joseph Tacy as director
- Lamar University Beck Fellows engage in research across nation, globe
- Dr. Chiung-Fang Chang receives grant funding to collaborate on environmental health concerns
- Lamar University students receive literary awards from TACWT
- LU’s Dr. Stinson, Dr. White selected for BBB of Southeast Texas Women of Integrity award
- Hermie “Boots” Hefty Scholarship in Nursing established
- Physics professor Dr. Philip Cole receives grant from Department of Energy