School of Interdisciplinary Studies

A community of faculty and students enjoying an environment of rigorous and innovative intellectual inquiry.

About

The School of Interdisciplinary Studies (SIS) brings together a range of academic units within the College of Liberal Arts that focus on understanding people, cultures, languages, and societies. Our programs invite students to explore important questions from multiple perspectives and to make meaningful connections across fields of study. Students in SIS programs develop strong skills in critical thinking, research, communication, and cultural understanding. Faculty encourage thoughtful dialogue, careful analysis, and intellectual curiosity, helping students gain a deeper understanding of complex topics while preparing for a wide range of careers and further study. The School of Interdisciplinary Studies is a welcoming academic community committed to rigorous scholarship, open inquiry, and academic excellence.
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Choose Your Path

Start with a primary major to build a strong foundation, then amplify your journey with a double major or Degree Plus for a powerful interdisciplinary edge—without extra time or tuition. Want more customization? Add a minor to explore your personal passions. Ready for the next level? Pursue a MA or PhD or specialize with certificates and concentrations. Wherever you are in your journey—future student or current student—your path starts here.
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Programs

Explore your interests and expand your perspective with undergraduate majors and minors in fields like African American Studies, American Studies, Global Studies, Linguistics, and more. Go deeper with minors in emerging areas such as Critical Disability Studies, Latin American and Latino Studies, and LGBTQ Studies. Take the next step with graduate programs—including MAs, PhDs, and certificates in American Studies, Linguistics, and interdisciplinary concentrations.
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Courses

Our programs and courses blend diverse disciplines, methods, and perspectives to foster innovative thinking and problem-solving. By working across fields, we create new knowledge and develop transformative solutions for the challenges of the 21st century and beyond. We offer a variety of courses that are designed to meet the unique requirements of each program, ensuring students gain specialized knowledge and skills pertinent to their chosen field.
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Research

Our faculty, including those housed in SIS, jointly appointed, and affiliated with our programs, engage in innovative research and scholarship across a wide range of interdisciplinary fields, contributing to new insights and advancing knowledge.
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What's Happening

Discover ways to get involved, stay connected, and make the most of your experience. Check out upcoming events, scholarship opportunities, and more.
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