The College of Arts & Human Sciences is dedicated to supporting UW-Stout’s polytechnic mission through applied learning. Our programs are diverse, but we are united in our dedication to making the world a better place.
The projects and events on this page will give you an idea of the work our students and instructors are doing to create a better world. We invite you to explore the work we’re doing, join us for an event, and reach out to learn more about the ways we are Helping Humanity Flourish.
ART 101's Papercut Campus Views
Rachel Bruya, Associate Professor
At its core, art and artmaking helps humanity flourish. It strengthens mental and emotional health by lowering cortisol and helping regulate mood. It offers a way to express joy, conflict, and complexity when words fail. Artmaking builds resilience to help build coping skills and fosters a sense of meaning, purpose, and hope. Associate Professor Rachel Bruya had all these benefits and more in mind when designing a papercut project for her 2-D design class in the fall semester of 2025.
Read more about the project and the ways that artmaking can help humanity flourish