Intensive study of Spanish at the intermediate level, including conversation, listening, vocabulary, reading and cultural understanding with an emphasis on grammar and writing. Prerequisite: SPN 102 or placement.

Intensive study of French at the intermediate level with emphasis on grammar, vocabulary, conversation, reading, writing and cultural understanding. Prerequisite: FRN 102 or placement.

A cross-cultural immersive internship experience for those students who are not able to study abroad that fosters greater understanding of cultural diversity within the United States. Actual internship experiences will cater to the student’s interest within the field of global studies. Prerequisites: GS 212. CD

An introduction to the field of peace studies and peace research. Two primary subject areas are covered: the impact of war and violence on society, and nonviolence in theory and as a practice for social change. Covers issues such as disarmament, institutional violence and the ideas of leaders in nonviolent movements. HWC

A general overview of selected topics and issues relating to global culture. Particular emphasis on the examining how cultures intersect with other cultures; effects of intercultural exchange; clash of values, ideas and practices; and especially the impact of strong countries on the local processes and structures of weaker ones.

Examines the role that language and translation play in a global context, including in the spreading of ideas and culture, protection of human rights, international business, world news, keeping the peace, and preventing disease, and how humans are dependent on and affected by translation. Prerequisite: Foundations in English course.

A thematic approach to a culminating experience for global studies majors and minors, encouraging a synthesis of skills, knowledge and experience from global perspectives.  Students engage in service learning outside of the classroom and design a research project tailored to their post-baccalaureate professional development. Prerequisites: GS 212. WI

Explores the cultures of a region or several regions of the modern world through study of social and political institutions, religion, the arts and the influence of contact with foreign cultures. Emphasis on Asia, Africa or Latin America. NWC

An introduction to human geography and a study of diverse human populations and the role of culture in shaping how people relate to the spaces and natural environments in which they live. Prerequisite: Foundations in English course. NWC

Interdisciplinary introduction to global studies and current theories related to the processes of globalization, with an emphasis on social change and conflict. Students will study major cultural, social, political and economic concepts and theories. NWC