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Global Studies is an interdisciplinary program of study that provides a strong foundation in the analysis of contemporary global issues through coursework, research and experiences in the field.

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Global Studies is an interdisciplinary program of study that provides a strong foundation in the analysis of contemporary global issues. The requirements of the major enrich, complement, and coordinate departmental offerings with the goals of:

  • providing knowledge of diverse cultures: their social, economic and political interactions and impacts on the world;
  • developing skills for successfully negotiating realities of contemporary societies;
  • fostering values that respect diverse ways of living and deepen commitment to sustainability.

News and Events

News

Alliance for Global Education honors Global Studies students
Global Studies Students Sydney Gorman and Jeffrey Harmon recently received special recognition from the Alliance for Global Education.
Posted Thu, 16 Feb 2012
Interested in a Global Studies Major or Minor?
Attend an info session this spring! Click here for dates and times!
Posted Fri, 06 Jan 2012
We wish our students luck on finals!
A special note from the Global Studies Team to our students.
Posted Tue, 06 Dec 2011
Thulin Scholars named for Spring 2012
The Global Studies program is pleased to announce the recipients of the Spring 2012 Thulin Scholarship.
Posted Thu, 01 Dec 2011