Faculty of Faculty of Arts and Humanities
Dean’s Message
Welcome to the Faculty of Arts and Humanities at Afro Asian University! Our faculty is dedicated to nurturing intellectual curiosity, fostering creativity, and instilling a deep appreciation for the arts, humanities, and cultural diversity. Through our diverse range of programs and courses in literature, history, philosophy, languages, and the visual and performing arts, we aim to provide students with a rich and engaging learning experience. Our esteemed faculty members are committed to supporting students in their academic pursuits and helping them develop the critical thinking skills and cultural awareness needed to thrive in today’s global society. We look forward to embarking on this academic journey with you and helping you achieve your educational goals. Welcome to our vibrant community!
Prof. Faris Abdullah Badr Al-Rahawi
dean.ah@aau.edu.so
Departments
At the College of Arts and Humanities at Afro-Asian University, we celebrate the rich tapestry of human expression and thought. With a diverse array of programs and disciplines, we offer students the opportunity to explore, create, and engage with the world around them in meaningful ways.
Our esteemed faculty members are scholars, artists, and practitioners dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service. They are committed to mentoring students, conducting groundbreaking research, and contributing to the advancement of knowledge in their respective fields.
At the College of Arts and Humanities, our vision is to cultivate a dynamic learning environment where creativity, critical thinking, and cultural understanding flourish. Our mission is to provide a comprehensive education that integrates the study of literature, philosophy, history, languages, visual and performing arts, and other humanities disciplines. Through innovative teaching methods, experiential learning opportunities, and community engagement, we strive to foster intellectual curiosity, empathy, and lifelong learning, preparing students to become thoughtful leaders, compassionate global citizens, and agents of positive change in society.
Academic Excellence: To maintain high standards of academic excellence in the study of arts and humanities disciplines, fostering a culture of critical inquiry, creativity, and intellectual curiosity among students and faculty.
Interdisciplinary Learning: To promote interdisciplinary approaches to learning and research, encouraging collaboration across diverse fields of study within the arts and humanities, and fostering connections between theory and practice.
Cultivation of Critical Thinking: To develop students’ critical thinking skills, analytical abilities, and capacity for reasoned argumentation through rigorous engagement with texts, ideas, and cultural artifacts from different historical periods and cultural contexts.
Promotion of Cultural Awareness: To cultivate cultural awareness, empathy, and understanding among students, fostering appreciation for diverse perspectives, traditions, and expressions of human creativity across different cultures and societies.
Creative Expression: To nurture students’ creative potential and expression through opportunities for artistic exploration, performance, and production in various mediums, including literature, visual arts, music, theater, and digital media.
Ethical and Civic Engagement: To instill in students a sense of ethical responsibility, social justice, and civic engagement, empowering them to contribute positively to their communities and advocate for meaningful change through their scholarship, artistic endeavors, and civic participation.
Global Perspective: To foster a global perspective among students and faculty, encouraging awareness of global issues, cross-cultural dialogue, and collaboration with international partners, and preparing graduates to navigate the complexities of an interconnected world.
Lifelong Learning: To promote a commitment to lifelong learning and personal growth among students, equipping them with the intellectual curiosity, adaptability, and resilience needed to thrive in an ever-changing world and pursue continued intellectual and creative development beyond graduation.