Global Studies GE Minor

Explore the art, politics, religions, foodways, and economic systems that shape societies across the globe. You’ll develop cross-cultural communication skills, uncover the complexities of unequal regional development, and foster global citizenship by understanding the world’s cultures and languages.

Expand your perspective and engage with the world through the Global Studies GE minor. This general education (GE) minor fits seamlessly into your college experience, allowing you to count GE courses toward both your GE requirements and the minor. Students are encouraged to study abroad, with up to nine study abroad units applicable toward the minor, providing hands-on learning and real-world experience.

Build Skills for a Global Career

Prepare for success in a globally connected world by gaining skills such as:

• Adaptability in diverse environments
• Analytical thinking about regional development and inequality
• Awareness of global systems and challenges
• Cross-cultural communication
• Language proficiency and cultural sensitivity

These skills are highly valued in fields like international relations, education, global business, and public service. You’ll be prepared to address complex global issues and work effectively in multicultural teams, making you a standout candidate for many career paths.

Add a Global Perspective to Your Degree

This minor enriches any field of study, providing a strong foundation for careers that require global awareness and intercultural understanding.

Majors to consider:

• Anthropology
• Business Administration
• Environmental Science
• Geography
• History
• Multicultural and Gender Studies
• Political Science
• Social Science
• Sociology

Pairing this minor with a major focused on human behavior, the environment, or global systems can help you pursue roles in diplomacy, environmental policy, nonprofit leadership, or international commerce. It adds a unique global dimension to your college experience and career potential.