7 collections related to Humanities -- Study and teaching (Higher) -- North Carolina

The North Carolina State University College of Humanities and Social Sciences Extension Records contain correspondence, newsletters, publications, research regarding the publication of four history texts for grades 4 to 7, and materials related to the Young Writers' Workshop. The Audiovisual Materials series consists of interviews, "Their Native Earth" and "Talk About Writing" programs, and raw footage used to create educational videos. Materials range in date from 1977 to 2003. The School of Humanities and Social Sciences, now the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, established the Humanities Extension Program in 1978. This program connects North Carolina public schools with faculty from the college. These scholars share their knowledge and expertiese with students in grades K-12, and aims to foster an understanding of and appreciation for the humanities and social sciences among students. Faculty members present on a number of topics including anthropology, communication, history, international studies, philosophy, public policy, psychology, social work, and sociology. Less

Contains minutes regarding the governance of the Basic Division/School of General Studies/School of Liberal Arts/College of Humanities and Social Sciences. The minutes include information about courses, curricula, degree programs and faculty issues. The College of Humanities and Social Sciences was formerly known as the School of Liberal Arts and grew out of the School of General Studies and the Basic Division. Less

The Committees Records from the College of Humanities and Social Sciences contain correspondence, meeting minutes, reports, and membership rosters from various committees within the college. Materials range in date from 1935 to 1983. First established as a distinct college in 1963, the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHASS) represents the intellectual core of the university, though it has gone through a series of transformations throughout North Carolina State University’s history. The first English and History courses were offered in 1889, when the College of Agriculture and Mechanical Arts opened. It wasn’t until 1937 that the departments of English, Modern Languages, History, Sociology, Psychology, and Ethics were all grouped together under the Basic Division. In 1952, the Basic Division was replaced by the School of General Studies, which was also non-degree-granting. However, in 1963 it was renamed again as the School of Liberal Arts (SLA) and was authorized to award degrees. The School of Liberal Arts would again undergo a name change in 1977, becoming the School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHASS). Then, in 1987, SHASS was one of eight of the university’s academic schools to be re-designated as a college, becoming the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. As of 2009, CHASS is the second largest college at North Carolina State University. Less

The records of the Humanities Foundation, Inc. within the North Carolina State University College of Humanities and Social Sciences include meeting minutes from the Board of Directors and the Executive Committee, membership directories, the foundation's articles of incorporation and by-laws, and some budgetary information. Materials range in date from 1974 to 1995. The Humanities Foundation, Inc. was established at North Carolina State University in 1974 as an institution to provide financial assistance to the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, and students enrolled in courses therein or conducting related research. In 1995, the Humanities Foundation was consolidated with the general North Carolina State University Foundation. Less

The North Carolina State University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, Scholars of the College Program Records include correspondence and reports, as well as news clippings, brochures, and publications about the program. Materials range in date from 1979 to 1982. The Scholars of the College Program began in Fall of 1980 as a joint effort between the School (now College) of Humanities and Social Sciences and the Division of Student Affairs. It was founded under the direction of Dr. Carmine A. Prioli, professor in the Department of English. The purpose of the program was to provide a challenging and fulfilling experience for elite students majoring in the humanities or social sciences. The curriculum varied from year to year but centered upon interdisciplinary seminars taught by distinguished professors. Other events (known as the Honors Forum) included talks and lectures, visits to museums and historic sites, and attendance at concerts, plays, and movies. These extra-curricular events were designed to supplement the academic experience. Scholars in the program were expected to enroll in honors courses in their major field and complete an honors thesis. Upon successful completion of the program, "with honors" and "Scholar of the College" appeared on their diplomas. Less

The North Carolina State University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, Transition Program Records include correspondence, course materials, news clippings, newsletters, a scrapbook, syllaby, and a plaque. Topics include courses offered as part of the program, publicity, and activities that students participated in. Materials range in date from 1973 to 1980. The Transition Program at North Carolina State University began in 1973 as a way to assimilate freshmen to college life at a large university. The program annually offered about fifty students educational and social opportunities within the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. Some of these benefits included living in the same residence halls, attending the same approved courses, meeting with guests outside the University such as news editors, musicians, and judges, and having access to a Preceptor, a faculty member who lived in one of the residence halls with the Transition students. Less