Central State University's College of Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences, Department of Fine and Performing Arts is an Ohio Center of Excellence in Cultural and Societal Transformation.  The Department of Fine & Performing Arts offers a major in the disciplines of art and music. In addition to its primary role of providing professional and pre-professional training to its majors and minors, the department serves as a major cultural center and resource for the University and offers a wide range of concerts, performances, exhibitions, lectures, and courses which promote the aesthetic development of the community.