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Global Studies

Why pursue Global Studies?

Global Studies is a versatile program, offering an interdisciplinary education that adds value to a wide range of career tracks, helping to propel students to success in the fields of Aviation, Business, Political Science, and Education, just to name a few. The Global Studies Program is as diverse as our student body’s career goals, and its tracks and concentrations support students’ success in a globalized world that requires an interculturally competent workforce. In addition to receiving a solid foundation in political perspectives and global awareness, students choose an area of concentration, including, but not limited to: Language & Culture, Political Thought, Human Rights, Indigenous Cultures, Gender Studies, and Culture, Health & Wellness.

The Intercultural Link

Sharing our love for language and culture is what we at the UND Global Studies and languages programs do every day. To share our passion with our current and prospective students, we created The Intercultural Link. The Intercultural Link (TIL) is an interactive learning platform, highlighting Global Studies and Languages students as they share their intercultural explorations and success stories. Regular posts will share career opportunities, study abroad experiences, and intriguing cultural knowledge pieces.

Ali Liffrig on the beach
TIL Stories: Ali Liffrig

UND alumna Ali Liffrig fell in love with Seoul and made a career out of her study abroad experience. "It will change your life in all the best ways"

The transformative power of studying abroad
kayla barral
TIL Stories: Kayla Barral

Kayla Barral, majoring in International Studies and Political Science, hopes to work as a foreign service officer in the future. Find out how her classes and her family have influenced her journey.

Developing Skills for a Global Society
keegan hilmer leaning on aircraft
TIL Stories: Keegan Hilmer, '16

Keegan graduated in 2016 with degrees in Norwegian Language & Culture and Interpersonal Communication. Check out Keegan's story to see how his study abroad and language studies have set him up for success!

Skills for a Naval Aviation Career

Contacts

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Amanda Nagy
Associate Professor and Director of Global Studies
  • amanda.nagy@UND.edu
  • 701.777.4655
  • Merrifield Hall Room 323
    Grand Forks ND 58202-8198
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Angela Cary
B.A., M.A.
Academic Advisor
Specialties: English, General Studies, Global Studies, Women & Gender Studies and World Languages
  • angela.cary@UND.edu
  • 701.777.4115
  • McCannel Hall Room 280
    Grand Forks ND 58202-7143
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Yee Han Chu
PhD, MSSW, BS, BA
Academic Support and Fellowship Opportunities Coordinator
Specialties: National Scholarships & Fellowships
  • yee.chu@UND.edu
  • 701.777.4436
  • O'Kelly Hall Room 8B
    Grand Forks ND 58202-8006

Scholarships

Students pursuing a major or minor in Global Studies are uniquely positioned to apply for prestigious international scholarships such as:

  • Fulbright U.S. Student Program
  • Critical Language Scholarship for Summer Intensive Institutes
  • Boren Award
  • Congress Bundestag Youth Exchange
  • Gilman International Scholarship Program

Expert Advice

UND's Academic Support and Fellowship Opportunities Coordinator, Dr. Yee Han Chu, works closely with students as they explore these life-changing opportunities and embark upon the application process. For more information about the process, visit National Scholarships & Fellowships. 

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Meet 2022 Fulbright Recipient Elisabeth Kolb

Read about 2022 Fulbright recipient Elisabeth Kolb, a graduate of the German Studies Program.

Read About Elisabeth
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Leader in Action

Motivated by her ambition to immerse herself in diverse cultures, Kayla Barral is pursuing a double major in Global Studies and Political Science. Kayla was one of 20 students selected to participate in the Meridian-Cox Foreign Service Fellowship for Emerging Leaders program in Washington, D.C. 

Kayla's Story

 

Languages & Global Studies
Merrifield Hall Room 319B
276 Centennial Dr Stop 8198
Grand Forks, ND 58202-8198
P 701.777.3813
dena.hegg@UND.edu

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