2006-2007 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Multicultural Studies Program
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Program Coordinator: Dr. Otieno Kisiara, Ph.D.
Program
Description
In today’s world, it is more important than
ever that we understand and appreciate cultural diversity.
Many employers are now seeking students with a broader
cultural understanding for career opportunities in
areas such as business, education, government, foreign
service, and social service. Multicultural Studies
provides students with the background and the ability
to diversify their thinking and widen their perspectives.
One of a Kind
Nazareth College is distinguished by offering the
only concentration in Multicultural Studies in the
Greater Rochester Area. This comprehensive course
of study focuses on culture – the uniquely human
development that has created different lifestyles
and societies around the world. The study of culture
has been the domain of Cultural Anthropology, which
at Nazareth College is the organizing discipline for
the Multicultural Studies Concentration.
Strong Support
Foreign Languages, International Studies, and Women’s
Studies programs are primary resources for the Multicultural
Studies Minor. The courses are taught by faculty
from a variety of fields, bringing a multidisciplinary
approach to the study of culture. Scholars and community
leaders from different cultures serve as guest lecturers
and instructors in the Multicultural Studies Minor.
Students receive free tickets to a variety of multicultural
performances and lectures that are held on campus
at the Nazareth College Arts Center.
Requirements
When students select the Multicultural Studies Minor
at Nazareth College, they will complete six courses
(a total of 18 credit hours). Introduction to Cultural
Anthropology (ANT 101) serves as the introductory
course within which students are exposed to a variety
of cultures from around the world.
Following this introduction, students select four
courses from seven broadly defined cultural areas.
Each course includes content on the history and culture
of the indigenous peoples of the different areas and
their interactions with other parts of the world (Please
refer to MCS Courses for a complete listing of courses
in the concentration).
Senior Seminar in Multicultural Studies (MCS 444)
is the culmination of all the coursework. Arranged
through community organizations in Rochester and surrounding
areas, the Senior Seminar offers students field experiences
with various cultural groups.
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