College of Letters, Arts, & Social Sciences
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In the College of Letters, Arts, and Social Sciences (CLASS), we embrace the Become by Doing philosophy, offering dynamic, hands-on courses that foster collaboration, creativity and problem-solving. Our polytechnic approach ensures that you gain a deep understanding of your field and develop the practical skills needed to thrive in your career too. Whether you’re studying social justice in sociology, advancing technology in geography or conducting innovative research in the humanities, you will graduate with both theoretical knowledge and real-world experience. Here, you become by doing.
GEO 4090 – Applied Cultural Geography: “This Class is Trash”
Investigate the impact of trash in our local environment and get hands-on with field mapping, spatial sampling and environmental impact reporting. Perfect for those passionate about environmental sustainability and addressing human-environment interactions.
COM 4150: Public Relations Campaigns
Create a public relations campaign for a real-world client. Conduct research on par with graduate-level work under the guidance of faculty experts. Here, you will gain hands-on experiences that prepare you to take on countless careers or graduate programs.
TH4500A: Design & Production
As a student theatrical designer, you're guided through a professional design process to create plays produced by the Department of Theatre & New Dance the following semester. Get real-world production experiences in scenic, lighting, costume, sound and projectio...
SOC 4611: The Sociological Landscape of Pomona, CA
Discover the vibrant history and social dynamics of Pomona and make an impact in our community! Question societal norms and uncover patterns of inequality. Collaborate with nonprofit Gente Organizada to apply classroom learning to real-world social justice efforts.
Rankings
#1
Polytechnic University for Diversity & Economic Mobility
The Wall Street Journal, 2025; CollegeNET, 2024; Diverse: Issues in Higher Education, 2024
#2
Top Public University West
U.S. News & World Report, 2025
#21
Best Colleges in America
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Academic Programs
Geography - Geospatial Analysis
Learn and develop technical skills, including Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing software. Prepare for a future dedicated to land-use management, local government and environmental protection.
Gender, Ethnicity, and Multicultural Studies (GEMS)
Explore the complexities of global society and become a leader in any field with the GEMS Program. This unique major combines studies in African American, Asian Pacific Islander, Chicana/o Latina/o, Native American, and Gender and Sexuality Studies, reflecting the rich diversity of our world.
Philosophy - Science, Technology, and Society
Explore the intersection of science, technology and society, combining natural sciences, tech, humanities and social sciences to understand how breakthroughs shape cultures and communities.
Geography - Geospatial Analysis
Learn and develop technical skills, including Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing software. Prepare for a future dedicated to land-use management, local government and environmental protection.
Gender, Ethnicity, and Multicultural Studies (GEMS)
Explore the complexities of global society and become a leader in any field with the GEMS Program. This unique major combines studies in African American, Asian Pacific Islander, Chicana/o Latina/o, Native American, and Gender and Sexuality Studies, reflecting the rich diversity of our world.
Philosophy - Science, Technology, and Society
Explore the intersection of science, technology and society, combining natural sciences, tech, humanities and social sciences to understand how breakthroughs shape cultures and communities.
