2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Global Studies Minor


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Program Coordinator/Contact

Molly Enz, Professor of French & Global Studies Program Coordinator
School of American and Global Studies
Wagner Hall 109, Box 2275
605-688-6590

Program Information

The Global Studies program allows students to investigate and evaluate critical global issues, hone verbal and written communication skills, and develop intercultural competence necessary essential in a global marketplace and society.  The interdisciplinary global studies minor is designed to educate students in the complexity of the diverse cultural, environmental, political, religious and social interactions that comprise our modern world and to help them find solutions to the complex global challenges of the 21st century.

Student Learning Outcomes

Global Studies students will:

  • Demonstrate a broad understanding of global issues, societies, civilizations, economies, and cultures through an interdisciplinary approach.
  • Gain verbal and written communication skills essential in a global marketplace and society.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of intercultural competence and effectively bridge cultural differences and commonalities.

Course Delivery Format

Courses with the prefix GLST are offered face-to-face, with lecture, discussion, and applied learning. Other courses required for the major may also be available via internet.

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