Why minor in diversity studies?

  • With guidance from your advisor, you will tailor your curriculum to include courses in humanities, science, literature and more.
  • You’ll develop a broad understanding of diversity – tackling issues of race, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexuality, religion, aging and disability.
  • You’ll be well prepared for careers that address diverse populations, including ones in business, industry, education, social welfare, health and medicine.

Diversity Studies Minor

Major Degree Type

Bachelor of Applied Science
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Fine Arts
Bachelor of Music
Bachelor of Music Education
Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Science in Education (Non-Certifiable)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Bachelor of Social Work

Administration of the program

Courses must be approved by the faculty of the Diversity Studies Committee for inclusion in the minor. The Diversity Studies minor is an interdisciplinary program of study allowing students to develop a broad understanding of the components of diversity in society, which include race and ethnicity, culture, gender, sexuality, religion, language, social class, and aging and disability. This minor is of relevance to any career that involves diverse populations of people, such as business, industry, education, social welfare, health and medicine.

    Minor Requirements

      Three courses from the following six content areas:

      with three different course codes to total nine hours:

        Six additional hours from:

          Learn to engage with the community 

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          University Admission Requirements
          General Education
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