The mission of the School of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences is to provide academic programs and General Education courses that cultivate the skills and perspectives essential for preparing university students for productive participation and leadership in a rapidly changing world. Inspired by the enduring principles of Abraham Lincoln's life and legacy, the School of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences strives to promote research, innovation, scholarship, and creative expression. At the heart of the LMU School of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences are the values of creativity, integrity, and students' success.