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Expand Your Horizons With The European Studies Minor

Have you always been interested in learning more about Europe? Maybe you’d like a career in foreign affairs or maybe you want to know more about the history and political landscape next time you visit… Regardless of where your interest stems from, UW’s European studies minor equips students with practical knowledge of one of the world’s most fascinating and complex regions.

Students not only learn about European economics, politics, and culture but also how Europe relates to other regions, like Asia, Latin America, Sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East and more.

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College of Arts & Sciences
School of Politics, Public Affairs and International Studies

About The European Studies Minor

This 18-credit-hour minor guides students through the study of modern European history, politics and society. It’s a wonderful addition to the International Studies degree or any other regionally focused program.

Students choose which courses they’d like to take from a long list of approved options, making this minor highly customizable. All students have the option to include foreign language and study abroad components. Students may additionally choose to focus their studies on Europe as a whole or an individual country.

Students must be enrolled in an undergraduate degree program to pursue the European studies minor.

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The School of Politics, Public Affairs and International Studies is home to many accomplished faculty members with years of subject matter expertise.

Dr. Stephanie Anderson is the head of the School of Politics, Public Affairs and International Studies. She specializes in European Union security policies.

Ruth Bjorkenwall teaches courses on security and social change with a focus on Nordic countries and Northern Europe.

Dr. Nicholas Crane’s work focuses on Turkey, including Turkey’s key role in Eurasian politics.

Dr. Nevin Aiken focuses on conflict and post-conflict processes and has led courses on conflict resolution in Northern Ireland.

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What can you do with a European studies minor?

Our European studies students have pursued a wide range of careers, including those in the nonprofit, government and political sectors. Many of our students also pursue academic careers via Ph.D. programs.

European Studies Careers

UW’s European studies grads excel in a variety of settings, including:

  • Nonprofit organizations
  • Federal agencies
  • Universities
  • Law firms
  • Embassies
  • Private firms

 

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What jobs can you do with a European studies minor?

Our grads pursue many different career paths based on their interests, internship experiences and preferences. Career options include nonprofit leadership, international law, diplomatic work, corporate social responsibility and analysis for federal agencies, among many others.

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European Studies Program Highlights

Internship Opportunities

Many of our students participate in prestigious, enriching internship opportunities where they get to put their European studies education to the test. Students have recently accepted internship positions with government agencies, congressional delegations, private companies and non-governmental organizations.

Study Abroad Programs

At UW, we believe real-world experiences are key to a well-rounded education. That’s why our International Studies faculty members lead study abroad programs in Northern, Central and Southern Europe. UW also offers many study abroad programs through the Global Engagement Office.

A European Studies minor provides interdisciplinary insight into Europe's social histories, cultural landscapes, political negotiations, and economic circuits. Expertise in the region and regional affairs also help students understand and strategically engage with a globalized world in which Europe has historically played a leading role.

- Dr. Nicholas Crane, Associate Professor of Geography and International Studies
& Director of Undergraduate Program in International Studies

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Laramie, WY 82071

Phone: (307) 766-6484

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