College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Sociology graduate paves a new way after a difficult upbringing

After battling homelessness, addiction and gang affiliation for years, Tanya Alegria never thought it would be possible for her life to turn around. Now she […]

Helping others centers College of Humanities and Social Sciences Showcase

Photos by Ralph Freso / Video The College of Humanities and Social Sciences Showcase featured Grand Canyon University students’ capstone projects on Wednesday, and after […]

Spectrum of research revealed at annual colloquium

Alleviating the early struggles of online students, providing more support for remote teachers and examining the Christian perspective of ageism and health care were among […]

GCU students train their eyes on state Capitol

Photos by Ralph Freso Rudwan Tahir was surrounded by dozens of screens in the basement floor of the Arizona Senate building, which looked like mission […]

First in family to earn a college degree, she sets out to help others

Photos by Ralph Freso Denisse Amezquita's childhood wish came true Friday morning at Grand Canyon University's winter Commencement. She became the first in her family […]

The word on writing: It's not just for homework, it's also fun

The Promenade walkway was covered in chalk on Friday after National Day on Writing. Students wrote six-word bios, short stories, and drew on the ground […]

GCU graduate fulfills late mother's dream of her getting a college degree

Paula Fletcher put her education on pause at a young age to take care of her sick mother and relatives in need. With life’s hardships […]

Fifth time's a charm for GCU online graduate

Jessica Ogeer endured four colleges, raising three children and a move from her native South Florida to Colorado to earn her bachelors degree online from […]

Students' passion projects on display at symposium

Students spoke passionately about reading, individualism, creating a clean fuel and helping first-generation students at the Canyon Undergraduate Research Symposium. The event isn't open to […]