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In the CLA you can refine essential skills, gain valuable experiences, and explore the world. The study of liberal arts prepares you for a rich, meaningful life.

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Welcome to the College of Liberal Arts

The College of Liberal Arts is proud to be the oldest and largest academic division on campus. We are a thriving group of individuals who play a pivotal role in the overall success of our university. 

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Researchers Explore How Developing Hearts Recover from Early Errors

OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi biologist is studying how developing hearts bounce back from early setbacks, work that could improve scientists' understanding of congenital heart defects.

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