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Studies in Globalization, Identity and Space - Minor

Studies in Globalization, Identity and Space - Minor

The Globalization, Identity and Space minor is intended to promote students' awareness of the differences an similarities that characterize the world's increasingly interconnected communities. The interdisciplinary program is a cooperative endeavor of the departments of Africana Studies, Anthropology and Geography.

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Minor in Studies in Globalization, Identity and Space

Kent State University's Minor in Studies in Globalization, Identity, and Space offers students an interdisciplinary examination of the complex relationships between global processes, individual and collective identities, and the spaces we inhabit. The program explores key themes such as migration, transnationalism, cultural identity, and the social, political, and economic impacts of globalization. Students develop critical thinking skills and a deeper understanding of how global forces shape personal and communal experiences in different regions. This minor complements a wide range of majors, preparing graduates for careers in international relations, urban planning, social advocacy, and cultural studies, as well as for navigating the increasingly interconnected world.

Program Information for Studies in Globalization, Identity and Space - Minor

Coursework

Program Requirements

Minor Requirements

Minor Requirements
AFS 15200INTRODUCTION TO WEST AFRICAN CULTURES 3
ANTH 18210INTRODUCTION TO CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY (DIVG) (KSS) 3
GEOG 22061HUMAN GEOGRAPHY (DIVG) (KSS) 3
Minor Electives, choose from the following (minimum two disciplines): 112
AFS 32050
AFRICAN LITERATURES (DIVG)
AFS 33130
GENDER AND SEXUALITY IN AFRICA AND THE AFRICAN DIASPORA
AFS 35200
AFRICAN SOCIAL AND POLITICAL SYSTEMS
AFS 37100
AFRICANA WOMEN’S LITERATURE (DIVG)
ANTH 48150
RELIGION: A SEARCH FOR A MEANING
ANTH 48212
KINSHIP AND SOCIAL ORGANIZATION (DIVG)
ANTH 48214
POLITICS OF CULTURE (ELR) (WIC)
ANTH 48220
CULTURAL ECOLOGY AND SUSTAINABILITY
ANTH 48250
MEDICAL ANTHROPOLOGY (DIVG)
ANTH 48630
PACIFIC ISLAND CULTURES (DIVG)
GEOG 17063
WORLD GEOGRAPHY (DIVG) (KSS)
GEOG 31070
POPULATION AND THE ENVIRONMENT
GEOG 32080
POLITICS AND PLACE (DIVG)
GEOG 37040
GEOGRAPHY OF AFRICA (DIVG)
GEOG 37066
GEOGRAPHY OF EUROPE (DIVG)
GEOG 37070
GEOGRAPHY OF EAST AND SOUTHEAST ASIA (DIVG)
GEOG 37084
GEOGRAPHY OF SOUTH AMERICA (DIVG)
GEOG 37085
GEOGRAPHY OF LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN (DIVG)
Minimum Total Credit Hours:21
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Students may petition to substitute a relevant course in some discipline other than Africana studies, anthropology or geography for one of the designated electives.

Graduation Requirements

Minimum Minor GPA Minimum Overall GPA
2.000 2.000
  • Minimum 6 credit hours in the minor must be upper-division coursework (30000 and 40000 level).
  • Minimum 6 credit hours in the minor must be outside of the course requirements for any major or other minor the student is pursuing.
  • Minimum 50 percent of the total credit hours for the minor must be taken at Kent State (in residence).
Admissions for Studies in Globalization, Identity and Space - Minor

Admission Requirements

Admission to a minor is open to students declared in a bachelor’s degree, the A.A.B. or A.A.S. degree or the A.T.S. degree (not Individualized Program major). Students declared only in the A.A. or A.S. degree or the A.T.S. degree in Individualized Program may not declare a minor. Students may not pursue a minor and a major in the same discipline.

Program Delivery
  • Delivery:
    • In person
  • Location:
    • Kent Campus