Our Degrees

Does the complexity of American culture fascinate you?

The minor in Arab studies covers an area of utmost historical, cultural, economic and geopolitical significance.

The Department of Middle East/South Asia Studies offers a minor in Arabic for those wishing to follow a formally recognized program of study.

Asian American studies introduces and expands on the Asian American experience for all students. Those in the major deeply explore culture, tradition, challenges and successes throughout

Students that complete a minor in Asian American studies will be able to apply multidisciplinary knowledge of major concepts, theories and methods in Asian American studies.

Do you want to deeply explore the Chicano/Latino experience?

Do you want to work abroad one day? A minor in Chinese is the gateway to the world’s most widely spoken language and to the rich and diverse traditions of a complex society.

Do you want to work abroad one day? A major in Chinese is the gateway to the world’s most widely spoken language and to the rich and diverse traditions of a complex society.

The marble statues of ancient gods that fill so many museums used to be brightly painted. Do you want to understand the world of antiquity in all of its colorful complexity?

Through the study of writings from authors of different cultures, backgrounds and periods of history, we learn to appreciate the commonalities all humans share as well as the differences that give