The College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences (CHESS) consists of a community
of student and faculty and staff dedicated to the academic growth and lifelong learning of its
members. We seek to provide the highest quality professional and pre-professional
preparation in the context of a broad liberal education in the Judeo-Christian tradition. We
continue to be convinced that such an education, rooted in the liberal arts and humanities and
undergirded by a foundation of moral and ethical teachings, provide the foundation for a
productive, rewarding and ethical life. The richly diverse educational programs within the
College include a focus on integrating knowledge and on developing student abilities in
critical thinking, communications, information literacy and the application of knowledge
across a wide range of social, professional and learning contexts. We are also committed to
providing students with opportunities to understand cultural, international and global
experiences in order to be informed and effective global citizens. Students from the College of
Humanities, Education and Social Sciences are prepared to pursue a wide variety of
professions, graduate programs and forthcoming careers of the future.
Our Strategic Vision
- Continuously improve instructional practices, student and faculty support, and facilities.
- Develop recognized identities for all programs and departments and student learning.
- Support all scholarly pursuits that enhance faculty development and student learning.
- Continue collaborative efforts within and between faculty, departments, schools, colleges, and throughout the University, to best serve all facets of Gannon University.
- Affirm Gannon University as an outstanding institution of higher education.