Welcome to CLASS

The College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (CLASS) is the heart of the University, dedicated to spurring intellectual curiosity, creativity, and transformative education. Encompassing humanities, social sciences, and health sciences, CLASS is truly a mosaic of disciplines that broaden perspectives, inspire potential, and advance possibilities yet unimagined.

Latest News

News Archives

English Major Kalena Holeman Named Gates Cambridge Scholar
This month, English major Kalena Holeman was named as a Gates Cambridge Scholar. She is just the second student at the University to receive this scholarship, which will support her graduate studies at the University of Cambridge in England.
From Third Ward to the UK: CLASS standout scores major recognition
Psychology major Mielad Ziaee has been awarded a prestigious Marshall Scholarship, a highly competitive national award that provides full financial support for graduate studies at any university in the United Kingdom. This marks his third major national recognition this year, highlighting his exceptional potential in public health research.
Remembering José Angel Hernández
University of Houston alumnus, historian and professor José Angel Hernández died Monday. He was 55.
Data+ Feminism = Equality: Milestone Launch for Sharing Stories from 1977
On Monday, August 26, 2024— Women’s Equality Day—the Sharing Stories from 1977 project will reach a major milestone: The publication of its Researching the NWC page, which is the core of the project.
CLASS Announces New Chair Appointments For 7 Departments
The College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (CLASS) at the University of Houston proudly announces the appointment of seven department chairs beginning the 2024-25 academic year.
CLASS Honors 3 Professors with Distinguished Faculty Awards
The College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (CLASS) at the University of Houston is proud to announce the recipients of the 2024 Distinguished Faculty Awards.

CLASS Book Club

Events

Mar 03 5:00 pm

CLASS Research Excellence Professorship

The College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (CLASS) is pleased to announce the CLASS Research Excellence Professorship to recognize and support significant research being conducted by tenured faculty members within CLASS at the associate level.
Mar 03 6:00 pm

Career Mixer

The AAS Department, BSU, and CLASS Honors Program is hosting a career mixer for students to network and learn more about post-graduation options.
Mar 04 5:00 pm

Film Screening Shaking It Up: The Life & Times of Liz Carpenter

Come watch Shaking It Up, a new film about Liz Carpenter, key figure in the Lyndon B. Johnson White House. Christy Carpenter, the film’s Co-Producer and Co-Director, will be our special guest!
Mar 19 12:00 pm

Sociology Undergraduate Lunch with Dr. Mary Nell Trautner

Don’t miss this lecture by renowned sociologist and criminology scholar Dr. Mary Nell Trautner on prison education’s transformative power.
Mar 19 3:00 pm

Sociology Graduate Student Workshop with Dr. Mary Nell Trautner

During our workshop, graduate students will have the opportunity to ask Dr. Mary Nell Trautner questions about her research methods, experiences doing research, advice for graduate students, and about her career. We expect a lively and engaging conversation.
Mar 20 3:00 pm

Unlocking Potential: The Power of Prison Education

Join us for a special lecture, “Unlocking Potential: The Power of Prison Education.” In this talk, Dr. Mary Nell Trautner examines how college-in-prison programs create transformative change both within and beyond prison walls, revealing their power to reshape universities, communities and society at large. This is the 2025 Sociology in Action Lecture.
Mar 21 5:00 pm

CLASS Scholarships Deadline

Each year, CLASS awards numerous scholarships ranging from $500 to $2,500 to deserving students. Learn about the scholarship requirements and application instructions on our CLASS Scholarships page.

Apply by March 21, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. Questions about CLASS scholarships? Email cscholar@central.uh.edu.