Academic Departments

The faculty in the School of Humanities & Behavioral Sciences, as professors and advisors, look forward to meeting each of you and assisting you to fulfill your career ambition. Together we will engage in activities and learning experiences that will provide you with the critical knowledge and skills needed to propel you toward your academic, professional, and service goals.

Arts & Languages

This department encompasses the major disciplines of Art, English, and Modern Foreign Languages, as well as Women's and Gender Studies.
Music

This department encompasses the major disciplines of Music. Our faculty offer a wealth of knowledge and experience over a broad spectrum.
Behavioral Sciences

The disciplines of Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice and Homeland Security comprise the Department of Behavioral Sciences .

Elected Studies

The "Elected Studies" major option is available, in addition to the prescribed major fields, so that students may propose an individually designed major not regularly offered at Fisk.
Education

The program goals are to: •Prepare teachers, supervisors, and supportive staff, to develop and implement an integrated curriculum in the regular classroom; •Serve as a consultant to regular classroom teachers of various disciplines and grade levels; •Provide additional instruction in resource rooms or other settings.
History and Political Science

This Department prides itself on a tradition of outstanding teaching and dedicated service. We are friendly, student-centered, and committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service.
Business Administration

The Business Administration program serves students from a variety of backgrounds. A principle focus of the program is to prepare students for entry-level positions and for advancement in the business including preparation for graduate business programs.