Graduate Diversity Certificate Program
نظرة عامة على البرنامج
This 18-credit program in Ethnic and Cross-Cultural Studies offers a comprehensive exploration of diversity and inclusion. Students select courses from categories including Ethnic Families, Disability, and Human Administrative Services, along with unrestricted electives covering topics such as Cultural Pluralism and Racial/Ethnic Politics. The program prepares graduates for careers in fields where understanding and addressing cultural differences is essential.
مخطط البرنامج
Outline:
Program Requirements
The program consists of 18 credits, divided into the following categories:
- Common Core: Students must select one course from the following options:
- ETHN 650: Helping Across Cultures
- ETHN 660: Cross-Cultural Training and Diversity Management
- Restricted Electives: Students must select two courses, one from each of the following categories:
- Category 1: Ethnic Families in the United States
- Category 2: Disability
- Category 3: Human Administrative Services
- Unrestricted Electives: Students must select 9 credits from the following courses:
- ETHN 500: Cultural Pluralism
- ETHN 501: Applied Cultural Research
- ETHN 502: Ethnic Research Methods/Skills
- ETHN 505: Perspectives on New Immigrants
- ETHN 510: Foundations of Oppression
- ETHN 520: African American Studies
- ETHN 540: Asian American Studies
- ETHN 550: Latino/Hispanic Studies
- ETHN 560: Urban Minority Problems
- ETHN 570: Women of Color
- ETHN 582: African American Civil Rights Movement
- ETHN 586: Racial and Ethnic Politics
- ETHN 590: Racial/Ethnic Families in the U.S.
- ETHN 603: Seminar in Ethnic/Cross-Cultural Studies
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Overview:
Minnesota State University, Mankato is a public university located in Mankato, Minnesota. It is known for its supportive community and commitment to providing high-impact educational experiences and real-world opportunities for its students. The university emphasizes its dedication to student success and empowering them to make a positive impact on the world.
Services Offered:
Student Life and Campus Experience:
Students at Minnesota State University, Mankato can expect a vibrant campus life with numerous opportunities for engagement. The university offers a wide range of student organizations, clubs, and activities, including:
Campus Recreation:
Provides opportunities for fitness, recreation, and social interaction.Centennial Student Union:
Serves as a hub for student activities, events, and services.Career Development Center:
Offers resources and support for career exploration, job searching, and professional development.Housing:
Provides various on-campus residence communities for students.Diversity, Equity and Inclusion:
Promotes a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students.Health and Safety:
Offers resources and services to ensure the well-being and safety of students.Key Reasons to Study There:
High-Impact Educational Experiences:
The university provides students with opportunities for real-world learning, research, and community engagement.Real-World Opportunities:
Students have access to internships, job shadowing, and other experiences that prepare them for their chosen careers.Supportive Community:
The university fosters a sense of belonging and provides students with the support they need to succeed.Strong Academic Programs:
Minnesota State University, Mankato offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, including specialized accreditations and certifications.National Leader in Undergraduate Research:
The university is recognized for its commitment to undergraduate research and provides students with opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge research.Academic Programs:
Minnesota State University, Mankato offers over 130 undergraduate areas of study and over 75 graduate areas of study. The university also has a strong focus on online and off-campus programs, with over 50 options available.
Other:
- The university has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, with a dedicated Multicultural Center and LGBT Center.
- Minnesota State University, Mankato has a large alumni network with over 120,000 alumni worldwide.
- The university is a member of the Minnesota State system of colleges and universities.
