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Do you want to explore the social, political, economic, and historical perspectives of America’s racial and ethnic groups?
Ethnic Studies majors examine the roles of race, ethnicity, gender, class, sexuality, and other social differentiations within society. In the major, you’ll engage with history, sociology, literature, political science, and more to understand the contributions and experiences of different ethnic groups. You’ll learn to identify and understand oppression to gain a deeper and more-complex comprehension of the world we live in. Through coursework, research, and community engagement, you’ll develop the skills to analyze and address issues of inequality and representation, fostering a deeper understanding of multicultural dynamics in a globalized world. The major aims to nurture civic-minded and culturally informed students who strive to engage with and strengthen their communities.
Degree type | Bachelor of Arts | |||
Format | On campus | |||
Part of | College of Liberal Arts | |||
Competitive major? | No | |||
Accelerated option? | No |
A concentration allows you to specialize in a certain area within your major, offering a depth of information and hands-on experiences that you may not otherwise get. Many students in this major will concentrate in one area to work in a specific field after college, as well as find mentors and internships before they even graduate.
Learn and explore the history and methods diverse communities have used to seek civil rights. You’ll focus on recognizing, listening, respectfully engaging, and effectively organizing community efforts to create a more equitable society, and will be able to help guide organizations and institutions.
You’ll focus on transnationalism, diaspora, activism, and migration processes highlighting the impacts of colonialism, racial and ethnic ideologies, and imperialism on a global scale.
Both theoretical understandings of and practical experience in cross-cultural and inter-ethnic relations are invaluable in today’s world. You’ll graduate with a wide range of fields open to you, including education, diversity training/consulting, health care, civil service, government, and community service; natural resources development and technology; legal services; communications media, and beyond.
For additional opportunities, please reach out to:
College of Liberal Arts recruiter at [email protected] or (970) 821-5276 (Text friendly. Please include your/the student’s full name in the message.)
College is different than high school. Keep these things in mind while preparing to come to Colorado State University.
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