Global Perspectives

Optional Concentration

Study Away outside of the United States and incorporate multicultural perspectives into your academic journey by adding a Global Perspectives concentration to your Interdisciplinary Studies major. This concentration is new, and will be available to students starting in the fall of 2023!

  • One semester of study abroad or foreign exchange outside of the U.S.
  • Two semesters of foreign language coursework at any level, a minimum of 6 credits.
  • Submit a Global Perspectives Declaration Form to the Undergraduate Interdisciplinary Studies department. On the form you  will be required to write a short essay describing how global perspectives are integrated into your Interdisciplinary Studies Goals Option major’s learning outcomes.

UAF has exchange and study abroad programs, which, combined, give students access to studying in almost any region of the world. Visit the UAF Study Away website to explore the option. To  get help navigating your choices, or if you are ready to get started, make an appointment with the UAF Study Away Advisor, Anne Treist, by calling 907-474-6396.