Minor in Anthropology: Archaeology Focus
This minor lets you explore humanity's past and present through archaeology. You'll gain a foundational understanding of cultural anthropology, delve into the methods and ethics of archaeology, and learn about how society works. With electives, you can explore human origins, geography, specialized archaeology topics or social science research, perfect for understanding human history and culture through material evidence.
Minor in Creative Writing
This minor teaches you to write compelling stories and poems by reading and analyzing literary works like a writer. You'll develop accomplished creative work across various genres, including poetry, fiction, playwriting and nonfiction. You'll also explore advanced creative writing techniques and delve into specific topics in poetry, fiction or drama, sharpening your command of literary strategies and preparing you to produce impactful written pieces.
Minor in Criminology and Criminal Justice
This minor provides a multidisciplinary approach to understanding crime, deviance and the justice system. You'll gain critical thinking skills by exploring the causes of crime (criminology) or surveying the criminal justice system (law enforcement, courts, corrections). With electives, you can delve into diverse topics such as criminal litigation, white-collar crime, victimology, policing or corrections. This minor is ideal for developing a comprehensive understanding of crime and its societal impact.
Minor in Cultural Anthropology
This minor offers a deep understanding of human experience and civilization through cultural anthropology. You'll explore culture, human diversity and how societies respond to global challenges. With electives, including advanced options, you can dive into sociology, human origins, gender and sexuality, or specialized cultural studies, preparing you to analyze human behavior and societies in depth.
Minor in English
This minor is for students from any major who want to explore literature, enhance their analytical skills and strengthen their writing. You'll choose 18 credits from a wide range of English courses, allowing you to delve into diverse literary periods, genres and authors, or focus on areas like creative writing. This minor is perfect for developing critical thinking, communication and a deeper appreciation for language.
Minor in French
This minor is designed for students from any academic discipline who seek advanced learning in French language, culture and literature. You'll choose 18 credits from French courses, with no more than 6 at the introductory level, allowing you to quickly advance your skills while immersing yourself in French-speaking cultures. This minor is perfect for developing global communication abilities and cultural understanding.
Minor in German
Boost your degree with a minor in German language, culture and literature. Open to students from all majors, this 18-credit hour program helps you quickly advance your German skills and gain a deeper understanding of German-speaking cultures. It's an excellent way to enhance your global communication abilities.
Minor in History
This minor is designed for students from any academic discipline who want to explore diverse topics in history. You'll select 18 credit hours from a wide range of history courses, allowing you to delve into different eras, regions and historical themes that interest you most. This minor is perfect for developing critical thinking, research skills and a deeper understanding of the past's influence on the present.
Minor in International Human Rights
This minor is for students from any major to integrate human rights into their studies. You'll explore the foundations of human rights and analyze current global challenges. With electives, you can delve into diverse topics like human rights in film, international law, mass violence or human rights and business. This minor is perfect for understanding and addressing critical global issues.
Minor in International Relations
This minor is designed for students from any academic discipline to explore global politics and international affairs. You'll choose 18 credit hours from a wide range of International Relations courses, allowing you to delve into topics such as international law, global security, diplomacy, foreign policy or the dynamics of the world system. This minor is perfect for developing a deeper understanding of global issues and the complexities of relations between nations.
Minor in Japanese
Add global expertise to your degree with a minor in Japanese language, culture and literature. This 18-credit program, suitable for any major, focuses on advanced learning, helping you quickly build Japanese proficiency and cultural understanding. It's an excellent way to boost your cross-cultural communication skills.
Minor in Legal Studies
This minor is for students pursuing careers connected to law and legal matters, offering a deeper understanding of the legal system. You'll choose 18 credits from Legal Studies courses, exploring topics like introduction to law, criminal litigation or legal research and writing. This minor is perfect for enhancing your legal literacy and critical thinking. Please note: This minor is not approved by the American Bar Association.
Minor in LGBTQ Studies
This multidisciplinary minor offers an in-depth exploration of sexualities and identities, examining their social construction in relation to factors like race, ethnicity, class and nationality. You'll choose 18 credits from a wide range of courses, including Introduction to LGBTQ Studies, Queer Theory, LGBTQ Families, Bisexualities or Gender and Sexuality in the Arts. This minor is perfect for developing a nuanced understanding of LGBTQ experiences and their complex intersections within society.
Minor in Philosophy
This minor is designed for students from any academic discipline who wish to explore foundational topics in philosophy. You'll choose 18 credit hours from a range of Philosophy courses, delving into topics like ethics, logic, metaphysics, epistemology or the history of philosophical thought. This minor develops critical thinking skills, analytical reasoning and a deeper understanding of fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, values and reason.
Minor in Political Science
Explore the complexities of power and governance with a minor in Political Science. Open to any major, this 18-credit program lets you choose courses in comparative politics, international relations, American government or political theory. It's an excellent way to develop critical analysis of political systems and current events.
Minor in Professional Writing
This minor prepares you to master diverse communication challenges in business, community, nonprofit, and government settings. You'll take Introduction to Professional Writing to learn rhetorical strategies. With electives, you can specialize in writing for social change, workplace communication, technical writing or report/proposal writing. This minor is perfect for developing versatile and effective communication skills for any career path.
Minor in Religious Studies
This minor allows students to explore all forms of religious expression, from individual experiences to major world religions like Buddhism and Judaism, and the practices of smaller-scale societies. You'll choose 18 credit hours from a wide range of Religious Studies courses, delving into topics such as myth, art, meditation, ritual and mysticism. This minor is perfect for developing a comprehensive understanding of diverse spiritual traditions and their impact on human civilization.
Minor in Sociology
This minor explores human behavior, beliefs and social structures. You'll start with Introduction to Sociology, gaining an overview of core concepts like culture and social institutions. With 15 elective credits, you can delve deeper into contemporary social issues, global diversity or specialized areas like social movements or urban studies. This minor is perfect for developing a critical understanding of society.
Minor in Spanish
Enhance your career readiness with a minor in Spanish, designed for students from any field. This program offers advanced learning in Spanish language, culture and literature, with a focus on rapidly improving your proficiency. You'll gain valuable communication skills and cultural insights essential for engaging with the Spanish-speaking world in various professional contexts.
Minor in Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies
This interdisciplinary minor explores how gender and sexuality shape our world, examining how they create or challenge power dynamics in society, culture and politics. You'll investigate their connections with other identities like race, class and nationality. While course choices are flexible, foundational and advanced courses are strongly recommended. This minor is ideal for engaging with communities and fostering social justice.
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Learn more about what the College of Humanities and Social Sciences offers by exploring our undergraduate degree programs. Explore our relevant and hands-on Bachelor of Arts programs in anthropology, English, global cultures, history, human rights, international relations, legal studies, philosophy, political science, sexuality, social justice and sociology.
- Anthropology and Sociology (BA)
- Creative Writing (BA)
- Criminology and Criminal Justice (BA)
- English (BA)
- Global Studies (BA)
- History (BA)
- Interdisciplinary Studies (BA)
- International Human Rights (BA)
- International Relations (BA)
- Languages and Transcultural Studies (BA) with an Emphasis in French
- Languages and Transcultural Studies (BA) with an Emphasis in Spanish
- Legal Studies (BA)
- Philosophy (BA)
- Political Science (BA)
- Political Science (BA) with an Emphasis in Public Law
- Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies (BA)
- Self-Designed Interdisciplinary Major (BA)
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