2023-2024 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Jun 28, 2024  
2023-2024 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Global Studies Minor

Location(s): Brookings Main Campus


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Program Coordinator/Contact

Molly Enz, Professor of French & Global Studies
School of American and Global Studies
Lincoln Hall 311, Box 2212
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.

Course Delivery Format

Most courses for the Global Studies program are taught face-to-face on campus. Several courses required for the major may be offered online once a year.

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.

Total Required Credits: 18