Humanities Week
A weeklong celebration of the human adventure across time, history, culture and place.
Now entering its sixth year, Humanities Week opens the door to discovering how studying the humanities at Arizona State University can lead to a successful career, a good life and a more just world.
Students and the public are invited to engage with varied events throughout the week, from open houses to hands-on activities to panel discussions.
Humanities Week 2026 is October 26–30. View the schedule below for events on the calendar so far. Check back soon for updates, including details on our signature event, the Marshall Distinguished Lecture.
2026 events
Monday, Oct. 26
Onigiri action
1:30 p.m. | Durham Hall | Learn more.
What does attention have to do with morality?
3 p.m. | West Hall room 135 | Learn more.
Tuesday, Oct. 27
ASU Common Read with Daisy Fancourt: 'Art Cure'
10 a.m. | Online | Learn more.
Poetry and Picnic
11 a.m. | Durham Hall outdoor patio | Learn more.
Wednesday, Oct. 28
Scholarships, internships and careers: Get paid to learn languages
Noon | SILC Café at Durham Hall | Learn more.
Thursday, Oct. 29
Globalize your degree with SILC: Languages, cultures and study abroad
2:30 p.m. | Durham Hall room 240 | Learn more.
Explore concurrent degrees with SILC's new Global Citizenship major
3:30 p.m. | Durham Hall room 240 | Learn more.
2025 highlights
In 2025, ASU hosted over 35 events for Humanities Week. You can view recordings of a few highlights below.