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Intercultural Studies Co-Major

Make a difference in today’s increasingly multicultural world.

Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Intercultural Studies

Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s intercultural studies co-major* enhances a co-degree and prepares you to make a global impact as you pursue your vocational calling. The intercultural studies major draws from diverse fields such as anthropology, missiology, international development and cross-cultural communication to equip you with the knowledge, skills and experience you need to do meaningful cross-cultural work.

The degree is specifically designed for students and professionals who wish to combine an area of specialization with a solid background in the new and changing global landscape. MVNU’s intercultural studies co-major gives you the tools and training you’ll need to thrive in cross-cultural settings — whether you’re called to missions, social work, health care, business, criminal justice or any number of other careers.

*The term "co-major" indicates that students would complete the intercultural studies major in conjunction with a primary major while studying at MVNU. This co-major complements the primary major, which provides significant depth and breadth in an academic discipline.

Curriculum

Explore a truly global curriculum, designed to help you experience and celebrate many diverse cultures.

Faith & learning at MVNU

As an intentionally Christian University, we integrate our faith into everything we do at MVNU. From prayer before class to exploring real-world moral and ethical dilemmas, we’ll teach you what it means to shine forth.

Travel

Multicultural Studies students do practicums in nations across the globe, including:

  • Philippines
  • Uganda
  • China
  • England
  • Dominican Republic
  • Costa Rica
  • United States
Service Learning:
  • Belize
  • Eswatini
  • Haiti
  • Croatia, Austria & Hungary
  • Italy
  • Spain, Portugal & France
  • Greater Columbus Area
  • Orlando
  • San Francisco
  • New Orleans
  • Washington, D.C.
  • Guyana
  • Guatemala

Scholarships

Need a little help with finances? We’ve got you covered. Explore scholarships, grants, and other resources to help you pay for your education.

MVNU has many endowed scholarships available for students of a wide variety of backgrounds and majors.

Additionally, the Nazarene Ministerial Scholarship Program exists for those Nazarene students intending to serve in the Church of the Nazarene.

Careers

The career possibilities that come with a co-major of Intercultural Studies include:

CHRISTIAN MINISTRY

Do short-term to long-term missions in any cross-cultural setting anywhere in the world; chaplaincy in hospital, school, military, or workplace.

SOCIAL WORK

Seek out entry-level positions in humanitarian/non-governmental organizations, community development, and child welfare.

HEALTH SCIENCES

Try out public health, healthcare management, humanitarian organizations, health education, or other creative-access platforms.

BUSINESS

Land an entry-level position in humanitarian/non-governmental organizations or transnational businesses, or try cross-cultural entrepreneurship, business as mission, and more

CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Qualify to train for homeland security, corrections, counterterrorism, and law enforcement.

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Hyson Campus Center

Hyson Campus Center is a centralized hub that merges academics and campus life!

The first floor of Hyson Campus Center is home to the dining commons, President's Dining Room, The Rec, Student Government Association, and the new student common area!

On the second floor you will find the offices of Campus Ministries, Student Life, Counseling, Intercultural Learning and Engagement, Center for Global Engagement, the School of Christian Ministry and the Education Department. Campus-wide activities such as Global Spotlights (pictured) take place in the lobby. Classrooms are found on both the second and third floors.

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