Arts and Humanities

The scientific study of human history and prehistory through the excavation and analysis of artifacts, structures, and cultural remains, including field methods, dating techniques, and interpretations of past societies

The study of ancient Greek and Roman civilizations, including their languages, literature, history, philosophy, art, and cultural legacy, examining texts, archaeological evidence, and their influence on modern society

The preservation and restoration of cultural heritage, including artworks, historical documents, archaeological artifacts, and architectural monuments, using scientific analysis, ethical practices, and preventive care strategies

Interdisciplinary scholarship that bridges multiple humanities disciplines, exploring human culture, creativity, and expression through integrated approaches to art, literature, history, philosophy, and cultural studies

The systematic study and interpretation of past events, societies, and cultures through primary sources, archives, and historiographical methods, examining political, social, economic, and cultural developments across time and geography

The examination of scientific development, methodology, and epistemology across history, analyzing how scientific knowledge is constructed, validated, and changes over time, including the social and cultural contexts of scientific practice

The scientific study of human language structure, acquisition, use, and evolution, including phonetics, syntax, semantics, pragmatics, sociolinguistics, and the documentation of endangered languages

The analysis and interpretation of written texts across cultures and periods, including critical theory, comparative literature, genre studies, narrative analysis, and the exploration of literature's role in society and human experience

The theory and practice of museum operations, including collection management, exhibition design, educational programming, digital curation, audience engagement, and the role of museums in preserving and interpreting cultural heritage

The academic study of music in all its forms, including music theory, composition, performance, ethnomusicology, music history, acoustics, and the cultural, social, and cognitive aspects of musical expression

The systematic investigation of fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, values, reason, mind, and language, including metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, logic, aesthetics, and political philosophy

The academic examination of religious beliefs, practices, institutions, and experiences across cultures, including comparative religion, theology, sacred texts, ritual studies, and the role of religion in contemporary society

The study and practice of artistic expression through visual media and performance, including painting, sculpture, photography, theater, dance, film, and digital arts, examining both creative processes and critical analysis