Graduate Certificate Ethnic Studies

Course Overview This interdisciplinary graduate certificate in Ethnic Studies provides a critical framework for understanding and addressing racial and ethnic inequities in both academic and professional settings. The program offers two distinct tracks: an academic path for students pursuing PhDs or academic careers, and an applied path for professionals in fields like education, healthcare, environmental science, and law. Students will learn to apply a racial and social justice lens to their work, empowering them to build healthier, more equitable institutions and communities. Key Program Highlights Choose between two specialized tracks: an Academic path for future scholars or an Applied path for working professionals. Gain expertise in identifying and analyzing systemic racial inequities within organizations, communities, and popular culture. Learn to design interdisciplinary research projects that challenge traditional knowledge production. Develop practical resources and strategies to foster multiracial equity and inclusion in any field. Apply an Ethnic Studies lens to a wide range of careers, from education and healthcare to environmental science and law.