where liberal arts meets real-world experience.
Interdisciplinary programs in humanities, health sciences, psychology, and behavioral sciences—flexible, hands-on, and faculty-guided to empower you for career success and personal growth from day one.
get support to balance life and learning.
At Bellevue University, the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) interdisciplinary programs are designed to educate, enrich, and empower you through meaningful, future-forward learning experiences.
We know today’s learners are balancing work, family, and life commitments. That’s why CAS offers flexible, intuitive programs built for busy adults—providing individualized support from start to finish and easy access to the resources you need to succeed. Through interdisciplinary coursework, hands-on learning, internships, and real-world experience, you’ll build a well-rounded, job-ready skillset under the guidance of expert professors with deep industry experience who know what it takes to launch and grow a lasting career.
At Bellevue University’s College of Arts and Sciences, you don’t just earn a degree—you prepare for what’s next.
A message from the Dean.
“Through meaningful, interdisciplinary educational journeys, we develop the knowledge, skills, and competencies that contribute to success and growth throughout one’s personal, professional, and community life for the greater good.”
— Dr. Michelle Eppler, Dean, College of Arts and Sciences
Learn from industry experts and inspiring change makers.
The experienced faculty of CAS offer in-depth knowledge gained from decades of real-world professional experience in the arts and humanities, health and human performance, social sciences, human services, and more. They understand the challenges of your industry and what’s needed to build a lasting career.
Dean
Michelle Kempke Eppler, Ed.D., M.S.
Dean Eppler has extensive professional experience in institutional strategic planning, technology integration initiatives, leadership development, student affairs, and international program administration. With multiple subject specializations — Educational Leadership, Organizational Development, and Policy Analysis — she also has extensive public speaking experience.
Assistant Dean
Karen L. Robinson, Ph.D., M.A.
Assistant Dean Robinson has over 20 years of experience as a full-time faculty member teaching Spanish and Latin American Culture, including 12 years at Bellevue University.
Assistant Dean, Program Director
Renea Gernant, Ph.D., M.A.
Assistant Dean and Program Director Gernant has over 30 years in teaching and academic administration as well as professional experience and training in Crisis Mental Health and Hospice.
Awards and Recognition
Bellevue University is one of America’s top online colleges and universities, according to Newsweek, and one of 100 institutions to receive a five-star rating — the recognition list’s highest honor.
To see more of Bellevue University’s awards and distinctions, visit our University Awards page.
Accredited Nonprofit with National Recognition
Academic Program Accreditation
The Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program is accredited through the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). The standards of CACREP are considered to be markers of high-quality counselor education. CACREP accreditation provides recognition that the content and quality of the program have been evaluated and meet standards set by the profession.
Questions? Contact us.
CASadminstaff@bellevue.edu
402.557.7116
Educational Services Building
818 Bruin Blvd.
Bellevue, NE 68005