Faculty of Arts

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Welcome to the Faculty of Arts

Discover a vibrant, bilingual community housed in departments, schools and programs at Laurentian University. Our professors create a stimulating environment in Sudbury by organizing lectures and conferences for you to attend.

Established July 1, 2014, the Faculty of Arts offer degree programs in Sudbury and by distance and is strongly committed to Laurentian University’s bilingual and tricultural mandate which recognizes the French, English and Indigenous cultures of Northern Ontario.

We invite you to discover some of our alumni who have gone on to distinguish themselves in a variety of fields of endeavour. Of particular note are the many contributions to the francophone and Indigenous communities of Northern Ontario. We also invite you to learn about our award-winning faculty members who have been recognized for their outstanding teaching performance.

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Explore Your Possibilities

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Undergraduate Programs

Browse undergraduate programs

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Graduate Programs

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Explore Campus

Resources for Current Students

Academic Advising

BA Requirements

Indigenous Courses

Certificate of Bilingualism

Our Tricultural Mandate

What's New in the Faculty of Arts

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Laurentian Alumna Trisha Pitura Spotlighting Indigenous Entrepreneurship

MINI TIPI co-founder highlights the importance of authentic Indigenous representation and encourages...

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Graduate Spotlight: Émilie Ménard

As Laurentian University prepares to celebrate its Fall Convocation on November 7, 2026, graduating ...

From left to right: Emma Callender, Victoria Hartless, Keinnell Kreuzwiesner and Emily Angell.

Laurentian Students Share Their Journeys in the French as a Second Language Program

The French as a Second Language (FSL) program at Laurentian University is spotlighting four students...

On the left, Yerim Chung works in a science lab, while on the right, Staysha Kasunich poses in a formal graduation portrait holding a diploma. ______________________________________

Student Voices Needed: Apply for Laurentian’s University Senate

Student leaders have long played a critical role in shaping Laurentian University. From influencing...

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Laurentian Welcomes Fall 2026 Faculty Cohort

Laurentian University is welcoming new professors this fall with the addition of nine faculty member...

Upcoming Events

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Giving Tuesday: Celebrate Giving at Laurentian University

Join us on Tuesday, December 1, for a day of fun, community and giving in support of Laurentian University's Student Emergency Fund.

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Contact Us

Faculty of Arts

arts@laurentian.ca

Arts Building, 3rd Floor, Room A-308 935 Ramsey Lake Road,
Sudbury, ON
P3E 2C6 (705) 675 1151 ext. 4300

Jennifer Johnson, Dean, Faculty of Arts

jljohnson@laurentian.ca