The College of Arts and Sciences offers degree programs in the humanities, sciences, social sciences, and the liberal arts -- the academic disciplines that have traditionally defined the well-educated person. These majors give students the analytical and communication skills expected of every professional, providing excellent preparation for careers in business, government, law, medicine, science, communication, and many other fields. The College of Arts and Sciences has excellence as its goal. Faculty have regional, national, and international reputations for research, publications, editorships, leadership of professional organizations, and grants. They are also dedicated to undergraduate teaching and seek to involve undergraduate students in high-quality research, creative, and professional activities. The College particularly encourages collaborative faculty-student projects that give students "hands-on" opportunities for creating and applying knowledge.