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Message from the Dean
 Welcome to the College of Letters and Science.
The College of Letters and Science is the academic core of Montana State University. It is the university's largest college, offering a wide range of opportunities for study in the social sciences and humanities, as well as natural and mathematical sciences. Students in the College may choose from nearly seventy-five majors and minors, ranging from anthropology to women's studies. Please take the time to browse through our departments’ websites and learn about our degree programs.
Instruction in the College of Letters and Science is guided by faculty dedicated to both teaching and research. Many are nationally and internationally known for their work, and are among the finest scholars and researchers in their fields. It is, in fact, the integration of teaching and research that makes study in the College so exciting. Our students have the opportunity to work side-by-side with faculty who are themselves active learners, serving as teachers, mentors, and role models in an environment centered on discovery. Undergraduate students are involved in the creative activities of every L&S department and research center.
We want to ensure that our students can respond to the complexities and challenges of the 21st century, and its rapid expansion of human knowledge. Students learn to think critically and solve problems, to communicate clearly, to understand various disciplines and cultures, and to develop the engagement that will make them life-long learners and leaders. Not surprisingly, our graduates are in high demand by employers and go on to rewarding careers. Many also continue their studies in excellent graduate programs, both here and elsewhere.
Across every discipline in the College, our students achieve at high levels. We are proud that our undergraduate students have been regularly recognized with national awards, including the prestigious Goldwater Scholarship for excellence in math and science, the Alice Schafer Award for the outstanding female math student in the nation, the Mitchell Scholarship for potential national leaders, and the Truman Scholarship for leadership and public service. Awards such as these testify to the high quality of the College of Letters and Science and to our genuine concern for students.
If you have questions about the College that are not answered here, please feel free to be contact me: plutz@montana.edu
Sincerely,
Paula M. Lutz
Dean
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