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Fine Arts

 

Our Fine Arts & Humanities programs invite students to wrestle with big questions and bring human stories to life. You might be under the hot stage lights, in the scene shop with paint on your hands, in a rehearsal room finding the right pitch, or around a seminar table debating philosophy, theology, or history line by line. Our liberal arts approach means that the humanities are woven into daily life at Aquinas, so you’ll never be boxed into one path. You’ll experiment and shape a course of study that feels distinctly your own—one that grants you the power to understand and impact the world around you.

 

 

 

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Majors & Minors

Art

  • Art (major)
  • Art History (major and minor)
  • Fine Arts (major)

Catholic Studies

  • Catholic Studies (minor)

English

  • English Literature (major and minor)
  • English Writing (major and minor)
  • Journalism (minor)

History

  • History (major and Minor)

Music

  • Music w/Church Music (major)
  • Music w/General (major)
  • Music w/Jazz (major and minor)
  • Music w/Performance (major)
  • Bachelor of Music Education: Music Education major
  • Jazz Studies (minor)
  • Music (minor)

Philosophy

  • Philosophy (major and minor)

Theatre

  • Theatre (major and minor)

Theology

  • Theology (major and minor)
  • Certificate in Theological Studies

 

Find Your Niche

Art and Music Center

Virtual Tour

Want to get a better glimpse of Aquinas College? Visit our on-campus virtual tour to discover 10 different spots Aquinas has to offer. Imagine yourself at AQ while exploring from anywhere!

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Insignis Honors Program

The Insignis Honors Program at Aquinas College offers high-achieving students a rigorous interdisciplinary curriculum, exclusive research opportunities, and a vibrant community that fosters intellectual growth and professional success.

Alpha Chi Lota

Clubs

At Aquinas, enhance your degree and build professional connections by joining student-led business clubs and organizations offering hands-on networking and leadership experience in the Grand Rapids community.

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Upcoming Performances

Want the chance to see our Saints perform on stage? Throughout the school year, the Music Department hosts many concerts and events. All events are FREE and open to the public unless otherwise noted.

 




Fine Arts & Humanities News


Alumni Spotlight: Annie Hall

Alumni Spotlight: Annie Hall

November 21, 2025

With big life changes, finding your foundation is critical— and finding your purpose is what Aquinas College is all about.

 How Anna Bee Built Community at Aquinas

Finding Her Hive: How Anna Bee Built Community at Aquinas

November 4, 2025

Anna is a widely beloved member of the Aquinas community, and she is every bit as kind as she is diligent. Her story at Aquinas is one of thoughtfulness and heart, traits that run through every chapter of her story, shaping her into the person she is today.

Pope Francis

A message from Aquinas College on the passing of Pope Francis

April 21, 2025

Pope Francis led with humility, compassion, a profound commitment to the dignity of every person, and the stewardship of our common home.

Margaret Vega Exhibition

New exhibition at the Grace Hauenstein Library

February 28, 2025

A new exhibition featuring artwork by Margaret Vega is open in the Grace Hauenstein Library Art Gallery and Study Space.

Alumni Spotlight: Anna Skog

Alumni Spotlight: Anna Skog

February 5, 2025

Anna Skog ’21, who dual-majored in English Writing and Communication, has graciously shared her success story in becoming a Digital Content Producer for WOOD TV8.