Message from the Dean

Welcome to the School of Liberal Arts!

As the largest and most diverse of Siena College’s three Schools—with 11 departments and 38 academic programs—we are proud to carry on a tradition of liberal education that dates back centuries but prepares students for the challenges of contemporary society. Browse our departmental websites, and you’ll learn more about our rigorous and engaging curricula. You’ll also discover that we have outstanding faculty who are eager to share their academic expertise and to engage with students in the lifelong endeavor of learning to become visionary innovators, ethical leaders, effective communicators, critical thinkers, and responsible citizens. Whatever your personal and professional goals may be, now is the time for a liberal arts education!

I welcome your comments and questions, and I look forward to seeing you on campus.

Janet Shideler, Ph.D 
Dean,  School of Liberal Arts