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The Humanities Get Personal
A new online course introduces students to the humanities through A&S faculty's personal stories and favorite artifacts.
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Renaissance Europe Was Horrified by Reports of a Sea Monster That Looked Like a Monk Wearing Fish Scales
In the 16th century, the so-called “sea monk” became the talk of Europe. Drawings of the half-man, half-fish “monster” were circulated across the continent.
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UW will host 2017 summer institute on teaching urban environmental issues
Faculty members from UW departments will team up in 2017 to offer a new, three-week course on teaching urban environmental humanities.
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Two Italian Experiences, One Study Abroad Program
To provide more opportunities to interact with locals, French and Italian Studies' program in Italy now includes volunteer work and stays in both Rome and a small village in southern Italy.
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2010 A&S Dean's Medalists Do Double Duty
How much can an A&S undergrad accomplish at the UW? If the College’s 2010 Dean’s Medalists are any indication, the possibilities are nearly limitless. Learn how these top students have made the most of their time as Huskies.
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Cultural History, One Stiletto at a Time
Students in the course ”Fashion, Nation, and Culture” may never look at a three-piece suit the same way again. Or stilettos. Or any other article of clothing. The course explores Italian culture from the late medieval period through the present day through the study of clothing.