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A-State Will Open at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 15

Arkansas State University will open at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 15. Commuter students should review the Provost’s Inclement Weather Policy and use good judgment in deciding whether to drive to campus.

A-State Dining Services and all Student Union retail stations will open at 10 a.m. and continue under normal operating hours.

Wednesday’s performance of Animal Farm has been tentatively rescheduled for Thursday night. Contact the Fowler Center for more information.

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College of Liberal Arts
and Communication

LAC Mission Poster

A New Synergy in the Heart of Campus

With the Fall 2016 semester, a new college encompassing the programs of Communications, Humanities, Fine Arts and Social Sciences begins an exciting new chapter of academic collaboration. 

College of Liberal Arts and Communication Strategic Plan


Department Directory

The following departments can be found in the College of Liberal Arts and Communications.

Art & Design
Communication
Criminology, Sociology, & Geography
English & Philosophy
Heritage Studies
History
Media
Music
Political Science
Theatre
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CLAC 2019-2020 PRT Document
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Sharon Wilson, Administrative Specialist III

Phone: 870-972-3973
Fax: 870-972-3976

Postal Address:
P.O. Box 1150
State University, AR  72467