Focus on the experiences and expressions of people of color in the United States and beyond.
Critically examine how constructions of race and racism are still embedded in institutions and everyday life. Take a multidisciplinary approach to understanding and investigating constructs like race and ethnicity. From theory to practice, your work can impact people, communities, and policy.
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Student Perspective
“I not only receive an interdisciplinary education on topics related to race and ethnicity, but I am also given the tools to apply theory and literature into tangible practice and hands-on service to benefit marginalized identities/communities instead of perpetuating further erasure and trauma.”
Chloe Thomas ’23
Ethnic Studies
Brooklyn, New York
Social Justice, Defined
The off-campus Social Justice Requirement is a service learning experience designed by each individual ethnic studies student.
The Chandler Senior Experience
This culminating experience is designed to bring reflection and focus to your Ethnic Studies experience.
Recent Senior Experiences include:
- Capturing Our Voices: The Counter-Stories of Native American Students in Higher Education
- Black Women and Social Health in the Workplace
Advising
At Lawrence, academic advising helps you shape an educational experience that reflects your interests, goals, and aspirations. Your faculty advisor will support you as you plan your path, connect with campus resources and communities, and make informed decisions that prepare you for a meaningful and fulfilling future.
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Ethnic Studies Outcomes
The skills you gain will prepare you for graduate-level study or help you thrive in diverse communities and workplaces.
