College of Arts and Sciences
Mark Bolyard (2006). Interim Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences and University Professor of Biology. B.A., Hanover College; Ph.D., University of North Carolina; Additional study, Michigan State University; Penn State College of Medicine.
Chris Blair (1997). Interim Assistant Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, Professor of Communication Arts and Coordinator of DMS. B.A., Union University; M.A. and Ph.D., University of Memphis.
James Marcus Lockett (2004). Professor of Biology and Director of Graduate Programs. B.S. and M.S., Murray State University; Ph.D., University of Tennessee.
John Kinchen, III (2018). Chair, Professor of Music and Director of Choral Activities. B.M., Eastman School of Music, University of Rochester; M.M., Florida State University; D.M.A., Boston University.
Katie Yeaglin (2018). Administrative Assistant to the Dean for the College of Arts and Sciences.
A list of faculty who teach in graduate programs is available online at www.uu.edu/academics/faculty/.
Degrees Offered
Mission Statement
The College of Arts and Sciences provides an excellent liberal arts education that is informed by Christian faith and prepares students for life, careers, and service.
Goals
- Excellence-driven: The College of Arts and Sciences is committed to excellence in every aspect of the academy, including teaching, scholarship, and service.
- Christ-centered: The College of Arts and Sciences seeks to foster spiritual growth and the development of a vital Christian worldview in both faculty and students.
- People-focused: The College of Arts and Sciences consists of faculty and staff committed to modeling the concept of servant leadership.
- Future-directed: The College of Arts and Sciences seeks to nurture lifelong learning skills, empowering students and faculty to impact their local and global communities.