Analyze Global Dynamics and Build Cross-Cultural Expertise
The Global Studies minor at WSU Vancouver examines economic, political, social, and cultural practices from a transnational and cross-cultural perspective. Designed to provide integrated exposure to globally related scholarship across multiple disciplines, this program encourages students to analyze the globalization that marks the contemporary world. The flexible curriculum offers an exciting interdisciplinary perspective across the arts, humanities, social sciences, and sciences.
This minor complements majors from across the university, affording you the opportunity to reach beyond your primary field of study or to take courses related to majors outside of the context of the United States. Whether you seek to expand your primary degree or explore international systems, this academic path provides the global framework necessary to excel in modern industry.
Professional Skills You Can Market
Completing this minor equips you with practical, high-demand skills to advance your career:
- Language Proficiency: Achieve low-intermediate proficiency in a language other than English.
- Intercultural Communication: Develop strong cross-cultural communication skills, awareness of cultural differences, and sensitivity to cultural issues.
- Global Adaptability: Gain global experience, the ability to adjust to new environments, and the skills to interact effectively with people of different backgrounds.
- Advanced Literacy: Strengthen speaking, writing, reading, and listening comprehension skills.
- Critical Problem-Solving: Build independent, critical, and creative thinking abilities paired with enhanced analytical skills.