College of Liberal Arts
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Welcome!
Dr. Leah Tolbert Lyons
Dean, College of Liberal Arts
“CLA is a dynamic college committed to the ideals of a classical liberal arts education, which introduces students to the broader world and helps them craft a framework with which to understand it. Moreover, a liberal arts education teaches students to communicate effectively, think critically, work with diverse people, tackle uncertainty, and solve complex problems. In addition to the intrinsic value of acquiring those skills, employers increasingly report that they look for broadly educated employees who can respond to the demands of our rapidly changing society with limited oversight. The health of our communities depends upon an engaged, educated, and diverse citizenry. Explore our website to learn more about our academic programs and events and then join us on our mission to change the world one student at a time.”
News
July ‘Out of the Blue’ highlights MTSU School of Music’s newly launched ‘Where Every Note Counts’ scholarship campaign [+VIDEO]
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University’s School of Music recently launched its first-ever capital campaign, “Where Every Note Counts.” The campaign focuses on expanding scholarship opportunities for students in the School of Music and for members of the Band of Blue, which includes majors beyond music and students across the university. Program host Andrew Oppmann, [ Read More ]
MTSU’s Carroll Van West caps 41 years of preserving Tennessee history with new Century Farms book
Just weeks before retiring after 30 years as director of the Center for Historic Preservation at Middle Tennessee State University, history professor Carroll Van West found himself returning to a project that brought his 41-year career full circle.[ Read More ]
Resources
Tell us your
Story.
Every day in the College of Liberal Arts, our students, faculty, alumni, and community partners are making an impact — in classrooms, on stages, in studios, and for organizations around the world. These stories show how a liberal arts education empowers people to think critically, engage creatively, and make meaningful contributions to their communities. Sharing them helps others see the heart and purpose of what we do here at MTSU.
We rely on you — the people who live the CLA experience — to help us uncover and celebrate these stories. Whether it’s a student project that made a difference, a faculty achievement, or an alumni success, your insight helps us shine a light on the people and moments that define our college. Use the link below to share your story idea or read how others have shared theirs.
