Comparative Ethnic Studies is an interdisciplinary field comprised of topics from history, languages, literature, anthropology, sociology, economics, geography, and other social sciences and humanities.
The core classes for the certificate examine global and local processes of migration and settlement and the ways policy and law, social movements, and popular culture shape social identities.
The Comparative Ethnic Studies program examines global and local processes of im/migration and settlement, including the forces that shape the formation of cultural and social identities. It examines the histories, languages, religions, literature, and folklores of these groups, as well as racial and ethnic populations globally and in the U.S.
The program works cooperatively with university departments to offer courses designed to teach all interested students about various ethnic groups in the world. Unique to UWM, our program offers courses covering the Hmong diaspora.
Comparative Ethnic Studies strives to produce new understandings about cultural diversity and social justice. It is open to students majoring in any field.
Prospective Undergraduate Students (not yet enrolled at UWM)
Prospective students, contact our admissions counselor at let-sci@uwm.edu or 414-229-7711.
Current Undergraduate Students
General questions such as how to declare, how to change a major, general education requirements, etc. should be directed to the college advising office at ls-advising@uwm.edu or 414-229-4654.
Specific questions about Comparative Ethnic Studies, such as research opportunities, internship opportunities, major requirements, etc., should be directed to Joseph B Walzer.
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