Sydney Marlow
Elwood
Coaching
“Being at a place where everyone is so proud to wear Morningside maroon and be part of the community is really special.”
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A DIVERSE ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE
The School of Arts and Sciences offers diverse areas of study in humanities, natural and mathematical sciences, and social sciences providing a firm foundation for your education.
Courses range from language, religion, history, and philosophy, to chemistry, biology, computer science, and political science.
Departments include Humanities, Natural and Mathematical Sciences, and Social Sciences.
School of Arts & Sciences Programs
Undergraduate
Minor
Major, Minor
Major, Minor
Major, Pathway
Major
Major, Minor
Major, Minor
Major, Minor
Major
Major, Minor
Major
Major
Major, Minor
Major
Major, Minor
Major, Minor
Major
Minor
Major, Minor
Major
Major, Minor
Pre-professional
Pre-professional
Pre-professional
Pre-Medical Laboratory Science
Pre-professional
Pre-professional
Pre-professional
Pre-professional
Pre-professional
Pre-professional
Pre-professional
Pre-professional
Major, Minor
Major, Minor
DEPARTMENTS
The Department of Humanities include English and Rhetoric Programs, History Programs, Religious Study Programs, Spanish Programs, and Philosophy.
Leslie Werden – Department Head
Lewis Hall (LH) 309
The Department of Natural and Mathematical Sciences includes Biology Programs, Chemistry Programs, Computer Science Programs, Math Programs, and Physics.
Anni Moore – Natural Sciences Department Head
James and Sharon Walker Science Center (SC) 207
Dean Stevens – Mathematical Sciences Department Head
James and Sharon Walker Science Center (SC) 140
The Department of Social Sciences includes Political Science Programs, Psychological Science Programs, Criminal Justice Programs, and Sociology.
Jessica Pleuss – Department Head
James and Sharon Walker Science Center (SC) 155
Experience Morningside
Stang Stories
MEET THE FACULTY/STAFF
Brandon Boesch, Ph. D.
Assistant Professor
I love teaching at Morningside because I have the freedom to try novel approaches to really complex human questions–designing unique courses and class experiences to help pursue answers to those complex questions.
Brandon’s Profile
Leslie Werden
Professor
To witness the growth and increase in confidence of students from day one to commencement is the most rewarding part of working here.
Leslie’s Profile
Vickie Larsen
Associate Professor
I hope students will learn how to build a rich and rewarding life for themselves, filled with meaningful work, a life of the mind, a commitment to their society, and an appreciation for their own culture and the cultures of others.
Vickie’s Profile
Angela Zuehl
Administrative Assistant, Walker Science Center
Morningside is a warm, welcoming place that enables me to be part of a team whose mission supports, guides, and transforms our students into successful individuals.
Angela’s Profile
Anni Moore
Associate Professor
I love teaching at Morningside because I get to work with amazing students, teach them about the great world of microbiology, guide many of them through research projects, and see them graduate and go on to do good things in the world. As an educator, I cannot think of anything more rewarding!
Anni’s Profile
Jessica LaPaglia
Professor
I love the people at Morningside. Interacting with students and colleagues is always a highlight of my day.
Jessica’s Profile
Jessica Pleuss
Professor
Watching students develop from their first day on campus through to their senior year is a real privilege, and knowing I have a small part to play in that transformation is incredibly rewarding.
Jessica’s Profile
Shannon Claxton
Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs/Associate Professor of Psychology
I love working at Morningside because the small class sizes create a dynamic and engaging learning environment where I can connect with each student on a personal level. I also love having the opportunity to collaborate with psychology honors students on their own research projects.
Shannon’s Profile
Dr. Kim Christopherson
Professor
I hope students find their passion and their vocational calling, whatever that might be. I love engaging in project-based learning with my students allowing them to develop teamwork and leadership skills while also learning the content and how it can be applied outside of the classroom.
Kimberly’s Profile
