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Arts & Humanities for Insight
Yale is peerless in its commitment to the arts and humanities. Our students and faculty push the bounds of scholarship, practice, and performance to explore the fullness of the human experience. And the more we learn, the more we can unlock the potential of the individual and of society.
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Tamar Szabó Gendler
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“We are for research that builds on the past and shapes the future. Yale’s humanities scholars wrestle with enduring questions, deepening understanding and expanding insight.”
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Center Stage
New Dramatic Arts Building Moves Forward
Thanks to donors, a new building will provide spaces for a range of theatrical activities at Yale.
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