The College of Arts and Sciences provides a strong foundation for well-rounded education, fostering critical thinking, effective communication, positive values, and lifelong learning. It is committed to academic excellence and to producing competent graduates prepared to contribute to society and compete in a global environment.

History

The College traces its roots to 1949, when the then Northwestern Academy opened its Liberal Arts Department following the devastation of World War II. Through the years, the department underwent reforms and innovations to strengthen its academic programs and improve the quality of education.

General education has remained central to the College, providing students with the knowledge, skills, and values essential to their chosen fields. The College continues to pursue excellence through relevant academic programs and opportunities for student development.

Vision

The Northwestern University, College of Arts and Sciences envisions itself to produce creative and critical thinkers with deep love for humanity and country, and guided by spiritual and ethical values

Mission

CAS commits itself to develop the students' communicative competence, critical and scientific thinking; to preserve the cultural heritage: and to become an active agent of change towards development.

Objectives

Provide instruction in the Arts and Sciences and develop individuals who can

• think creatively, critically, and scientifically;

• demonstrate linguistic and research competence in national and international endeavors;

• become productive leaders of local and global societies; and

• instill love to the Supreme Being, country, and humanity.