Are you unsure of your major, but have an interest in learning more about subjects such as art, history, film, philosophy, and foreign languages? Do you want to better understand how the arts have shaped people and cultures throughout history? If so, the liberal arts program might be the perfect place to start exploring your interests within the arts and humanities!
Allan Hancock College’s liberal arts: arts and humanities program focuses on the study of cultural, literary, humanistic activities, and artistic expression of human beings. Students will evaluate and interpret the ways in which people throughout history and in diverse cultures have responded to themselves and the world around them in artistic and cultural creation. Students will also learn to value aesthetic understanding and incorporate these concepts when constructing value judgments.
A degree in liberal arts is designed for students who wish to have a broad knowledge of arts and humanities. Students may find courses that they are interested in studying further and transfer to a four-year university to finish their degree in history, art, music, drama, and many more.
This program will help you to:
- develop an ability to identify artwork from various periods and styles
- develop an appreciation for the importance of art in society
- recognize the ways art can affect and/or reflect cultural, political, and humanistic issues
- understand the interrelationship between the creative arts, the humanities, and the self
- develop an appreciation of the beauty and values that have shaped and enriched our culture
- understand the ways in which people through the ages have responded to themselves and the world around them
Degrees and Certificates Offered
Each program has unique requirements. The order in which you take courses may affect your completion time. Visit the links below to view the program requirements and a general semester-by-semester course schedule.
Associate in Arts- Liberal Arts: Arts and Humanities (Transfer)
Associate in Arts- Liberal Arts: Arts & Humanities (Nontransfer)
To view all available degrees and certificates visit the Allan Hancock College course catalog.
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Contact Information
Dean of Student Services
Yvonne Teniente-Cuello,
(pronouns: Her, Hers, She)
805-922-6966 ext. 3631
yteniente@hancockcollege.edu
Department Chair
Cynthia Diaz
805-922-6966 ext.3708
cdiaz@hancockcollege.edu
Administrative Support
Pablo Andrade-Arreola
Administrative Assistant
805-922-6966 ext.3631
pablo.andradearreola@hancockcollege.edu
Location
Santa Maria Campus
Building A, 1st Floor Student Services
1-805-922-6966 ext. 3293
Lompoc Valley Center
Building 1
805-735-3366 ext. 5374
