Research

Across the division, more than 250 faculty members study every dimension of the human experience from the ancient past to the anticipated future; they employ a range of critical, theoretical, and rhetorical frameworks and work in more than 60 different languages.

The faculty in the Division of Arts & Humanities are among the most distinguished in the world, recognized for their groundbreaking contributions across disciplines. They include Guggenheim Fellows, Pulitzer Prize winners, MacArthur “Genius” Grant recipients, and even Nobel Laureates. Our faculty’s impact extends beyond academia, with internationally acclaimed writers, artists, and scholars shaping culture and thought on a global scale. From Oscar and Emmy winners to renowned public intellectuals, Berkeley’s Arts & Humanities faculty embody a rare combination of creative excellence and scholarly innovation, making them leaders in their fields.