Global Studies Major

Understand the world to change the world. Explore the important social, political, economic and ecological challenges of globalization. Discover how your passions, faith and service can make a difference in global justice and peace. With this interdisciplinary degree, explore the intersections of important topics such as development and poverty, violence, human rights, global health issues, environmental degradation and injustice. Learn practical skills in intercultural communication and peacebuilding. 

By focusing your study on a theme like sustainability, justice or cultural studies, and also choosing a region of the world and language study, you will be uniquely prepared to make a difference in your area of interest with a specific group of people or in a specific region of the world. Our intercultural program and language study, as well as your practicum experiences will give you experiences working in and with populations that interest you. A minor in global studies is also available. 

  • Why Study at EMU?
    • Focus on a theme - Sustainability. Justice and Peacebuilding, or Societies and Cultures - and a region of the world, including intercultural and language study in your region of interest.
    • Robust study abroad, intercultural program integrates your studies with practical application and learning.
    • One-on-one mentoring with faculty through course work and intercultural study
    • Faith-based component to service and study
    • Proven track record of global engagement on peace and justice with our world-renowned Center for Justice and Peacebuilding graduate program
  • Student opportunities
    • 1-3 semester hour practicum in your area of interest
    • Student clubs in a wide variety of areas including sustainbility, peace and justice, and advocacy
    • Annual workshops such as a poverty simulation and interpreting for social justice that focus on topics related to global and local justice.
    • A mix of global and local experiences with a local practicum focused on serving in the Harrisonburg migrant or refugee community, and an intercultural experience with integrated foreign language embedded in the regional focus of the major.
    • Get involved with the EMU Center for Innovation and Leadership (CIL) to launch your innovative ideas for business, engineering, creative design and leadership. 
  • Careers
    • Teaching English
    • Employment with non-profit organizations
    • Religious or educational institutions
    • International service agencies
    • Preparation for graduate education
    • Public health
    • Global studies
    • Education
    • Church Service
  • Affordability
    • 99% of undergrads receive financial aid
    • The average assistance package is over $37,000
    • Over $21 million in aid is awarded each year

    Financial aid packages often include:

    Learn more by contacting  EMU's Financial Assistance Office or checking out our net price calculator.

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