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Programming

From annual conferences to dynamic talks and events, the College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences offers an array of diverse programming.

 

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Building Community Through Arts

The Building Community Through Arts (BCTA) program was established to reach the diverse external communities served by the university.

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Sustainable Development Symposium

March 4 and 5, 2026

Join scholars, practitioners and community leaders to explore the intersections of environmental communication, social policy and justice at the Sustainable Development Symposium.

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CHESS Master Calendar

From department meetings to college-wide events, the CHESS master calendar is a one-stop shop for faculty and staff to know what’s happening in the college!

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Oct 13

Fall Break

PNW will observe Fall Break on Monday and Tuesday, October 13 and 14, 2025.

Oct 27

Spring 2026 Priority Registration Begins

Priority Registration for Spring 2026 begins October 27. Register promptly for the best selection of course days and times.

Nov 14

Last Day to Drop a Full-Term Fall 2025 Course

The last day to drop a Full-Term Fall 2025 Course is Friday, November 14, 2025, at 4:30 p.m.

Nov 26

Thanksgiving Break – No Classes

Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, there will be no classes from Thursday, November 27 through Saturday, November 29.