Our Mission

The Davis Humanities Institute fosters research and collaborations within and beyond the humanities and arts, empowering scholars, students, and communities to engage with the most pressing global challenges. We promote vital dialogue and partnerships that explore the cultures and societies of our home in the Central Valley, as well as our regional and international connections.

Our Vision

• To support pioneering research grounded in humanistic methodologies and artistic practices
• To cultivate an ethos that prizes cooperation and engagement across fields, borders, and disciplines
• To incubate innovative research and curricular directions
• To promote local, regional, and global community partnerships that support the university’s mission of publicly engaged scholarship
• To celebrate the humanities and arts through high-visibility events and activities