The Faculty of Arts and Sciences
Dartmouth’s largest academic unit, the Faculty of Arts and Sciences encompasses over 40 academic departments, programs, and centers spanning the arts and humanities, interdisciplinary studies, sciences, and social sciences.


Dartmouth Celebrates Elizabeth Smith’s Legacy as Arts and Sciences Dean
A newly created fund in Smith’s honor will provide support for undergraduate research.

Dartmouth Launches Korean Language Program
The addition strengthens the institution’s robust Korean studies curriculum and scholarship.

Feudal Shadows Over American Democracy
Keidrick Roy’s award-winning book explores how medieval-inspired racial feudalism shaped early America—and how Black liberal thinkers challenged it.

A Revolutionary Approach to Metaphysics
Philosopher Amie Thomasson reconceptualizes metaphysics as a practical discipline that shapes how we reason, communicate, and navigate the world.

A Safer Solvent for Organic Chemistry Labs
When the EPA banned a carcinogenic solvent, Dartmouth chemists found greener alternatives for undergraduate labs—and showed other schools how to make the switch.

Meet the New Cohort of House Faculty Fellows
Fellows will foster intellectual engagement and student growth beyond the classroom.

Scholars Who Love to Teach
Our outstanding faculty challenge students to engage in a range of disciplines.

Faculty Bookshelf
Faculty in the Arts and Sciences at Dartmouth regularly author books that push traditional boundaries and provide new knowledge.
Featured Events
Discussion on Pedagogy and GenAI
Faculty Perspectives on Teaching with Gen AI
Commitment to Care: Student Mental Health

“Our faculty exemplify scholarly and teaching excellence—and empower students to think critically, communicate compellingly, and lead with integrity.”
John Carey, Interim Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences
Meet Dean Carey

Faculty Recruitment

Faculty Handbook

Arts and Sciences Committees