Overview
Discover the diverse academic disciplines within the College of Humanities, offering unique perspectives on the human condition. Humanities students cultivate critical thinking, analytical skills, and adaptability, providing a solid foundation for navigating our complex world.
Career Options for Degrees in Humanities

Asian Studies Careers
- Dignitary
- Diplomat
- Directors of Cultural Centers
- Environmental Justice
- Foreign Service Officer

Chicana & Chicano StudiesÌýCareers
- Activist
- Advisor
- Business and Finance
- Community Leader
- Community, Non-Profit, and Union Organizing

Central American StudiesÌýCareers
- Teacher
- Translator
- U.S. Department of State
- Urban Planning
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Civic and Community EngagementÌýCareers
- Higher Education Faculty/Staff
- Hospitality
- Human Resources
- Immigrants’ Rights Activist
- Lawyer

Disability Studies Careers
- Disability Advocate
- Accessibility Consultant
- Disability Rights Lawyer
- Disability Services Coordinator
- Inclusive Education Specialist

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- Content Writer/Editor
- Communications Specialist
- Social Media Manager
- Public Relations Specialist
- Grant Writer

Gender and Women’s Studies Careers
- Gender Equality Consultant
- Women's Health Advocate
- Diversity and Inclusion Specialist
- Gender Studies Professor
- Policy Analyst in Gender Issues

Interdisciplinary Studies & Liberal StudiesÌýCareers
- Teaching
- Corporate Communications
- Media
- Advertising, Marketing, & Sales
- Helping Professions
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Jewish StudiesÌýCareers
- Activist
- Advocate
- Intelligence Officer
- Interfaith Community Manager
- International Business Consultant

Linguistics CareersÌý
- Speech-Language Pathologist
- Computational Linguist
- Lexicographer
- Forensic Linguist
- Localization Specialist

Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies Careers
- Diplomat/Foreign Service Officer
- International Relations Specialist
- Cultural Liaison/Consultant
- Academic Researcher/Professor
- NGO Worker/Development Specialist

Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures Careers
- Translator/Interpreter
- Foreign Language Teacher/Professor
- Editor/Proofreader
- International Relations Specialist
- Cultural Heritage Manager

Philosophy Careers
- Philosophy Professor
- Ethics Consultant
- Philosopher-in-Residence at a Think Tank
- Bioethicist
- Corporate Philosopher

Queer Studies Careers
- LGBTQ+ Community Outreach Coordinator
- Queer Literature Specialist
- LGBTQ+ Health Advocate
- Diversity and Inclusion Consultant
- Queer History Researcher

Religious Studies Careers
- Religious Educator
- Interfaith Coordinator
- Spiritual Counselor
- Religious Researcher
- Community Outreach Coordinator

Sustainability Studies Careers
- Sustainability Consultant
- Environmental Policy Analyst
- Sustainable Development Specialist
- Corporate Social Responsibility Manager
- Green Building Consultant
Vocational Goals and Careers
Authorship and Editing
Engage in creative expression through writing, editing, and storytelling.Ìý.
Business and Management
Lead and strategize as a business manager, exploringÌý.
Civic Engagement
Serve your community as a city administrator, elected official, or community leader.Ìý.
Communication and Media
Shape narratives as a journalist, public relations specialist, or technical writer.Ìý.
Education
Inspire future generations as a teacher, professor, or school administrator.Ìý.
Law and Justice
Contribute to the legal system as a lawyer, judge, or police officer.Ìý.
Arts and Culture
Immerse yourself in the arts, working in museums, galleries, or as an entertainer.Ìý.
Job Outlook Resources
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College of Humanities
Office of the Dean
18111 Nordhoff Street

Northridge, CA
91330-8252
Sierra Hall 461
- Phone: 818-677-3301