College of Arts and Sciences

Thomas A. Chambers, PhD, Dean
Jennifer A. Desiderio, PhD, Associate Dean
Julie S. Gibert, PhD, Faculty Associate Dean, Advisement & Study Abroad
Richard D. Reitsma, PhD, Faculty Associate Dean, Inclusion & Engagement
Timothy J. Servoss, PhD, Assessment Coordinator

Mission Statement

The College of Arts & Sciences at Canisius provides an excellent liberal arts and sciences education, and rigorous graduate programs, by engaging students in the classroom, laboratory, studio, and broader community. As an integral part of a Catholic, Jesuit university the College of Arts & Sciences seeks to educate the whole person in preparation for service and leadership in a global society.

Academic Programs

The College of Arts & Sciences offers graduate programs leading to master of arts,  master of science degrees, and advanced certification in

• Anthrozoology (MS)
• Cybersecurity (MS)
• Data Analytics (MS)
• Data Analytics (Advanced Certificate)
• Informal Education and Interpretation (MA)
• Integrated Marketing Communication (Advanced Certificate)

The College of Arts & Sciences also offers over two dozen different undergraduate majors and a variety of undergraduate minors.  A complete list of undergraduate majors and undergraduate minors are available in the undergraduate catalog.