Gain Global Competence
Hello everyone! We're excited to share a special opportunity for study abroad students
returning to Pittsburgh: a minor in Intercultural Engagement. This minor allows you
to focus on specific experiences from your study abroad journey, whether through courses
or experiential learning. It's open to all students, regardless of major or program. The minor in Intercultural Engagement will equip you with skills that set you apart
in your future career or graduate school applications, helping you become global citizens.
The program requires 16-18 credits, including a thematic concentration and specific
courses listed on our website. To apply, contact your Student Success Coach, visit our website for details, and complete
the application process. As an alum who completed this minor, I highly recommend it
for its benefits in understanding and reflecting on your study abroad experience.
Consider this minor for your future!
Minor in Intercultural Engagement: Application Process
Schedule a Meeting
Make an appointment via Starfish to discuss the requirements for the minor/certificate with the Study Abroad Advisor or stop by the Center for Global Engagement, 601 Duquesne Union, to get started.
Start your Application
Begin your application by printing the Intercultural Application pdf then meet with your Success Coach to review requirements and complete your academic plan. When completed, bring your signed application to the Center for Global Engagement, 601 Union.
Confirmation and Mentor
Once your application is signed and submitted to the Center for Global Engagement, you will receive a confirmation email and Intercultural Mentor to discuss your Thematic Concentration and complete your application. After your application is complete, the minor will be added.
Required Coursework
Intercultural Engagement Academic Coursework (15-16 credits Total)
SOCI 104: Cultural Anthropology
SOCI 124: Global Sociology
COMM 407: Intercultural Communication
Self-designed - Thematic Concentration Courses
What is a Thematic Concentration?
This is an opportunity for you to be creative and to shape your abroad experience into a theme connected with an area of the world of particular interest to you. This as a result of your study abroad experiences and their impacts.
Example: A student who studied in Rome becomes fascinated by Italian culture or history.
Example: A student who studied in Beijing, now wants to gain more knowledge about China and
Chinese culture.
What courses can count towards the thematic concentration?
Courses must cover one or more countries, regions, or cultures outside of the United States (for example, a course focusing on the country of Mexico, the region of Africa or indigenous cultures across the world).
Theses courses could address a common theme from different cultural perspectives (i.e. conflict resolution, human rights, or women's issues).
Courses within liberal arts, business, health sciences, education, or other academic disciplines may be included as well as course work taken abroad.