New interdisciplinary program offers students the flexibility to pursue a major, secondary major, or minor while preparing for careers and service around the world.
REDDING, Calif. — Simpson University is expanding opportunities for students to engage an increasingly interconnected world with the introduction of its new Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies. The interdisciplinary program, available this fall as a major, secondary major, or minor, equips students with the knowledge, cultural awareness, and practical skills needed to make a meaningful impact across communities, cultures, and nations.
Drawing from multiple academic disciplines, the Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies provides students with a broad understanding of global cultures, international issues, economics, politics, religion, and cross-cultural communication. Students will develop the critical thinking and leadership skills needed to navigate complex global challenges while integrating faith, learning, and service in diverse cultural contexts.
“With the launch of this new program, Simpson University continues to live up to its name as the Gateway to World Service,” said Dr. Michael Salmeier, provost of Simpson University. “Whether as a primary major, secondary major, or a minor, students will have the opportunity to design a degree that prepares them to make a global impact.”
The program is designed to prepare students for careers and service opportunities in nonprofit leadership, international development, education, business, government, humanitarian work, ministry, and community engagement. Students may also have opportunities to engage with global perspectives through cross-cultural experiences, service opportunities, and other experiential learning activities that complement their academic studies.
“Our Simpson faculty are not simply well traveled, they have lived around the globe, including in Pakistan, Afghanistan, Canada, France, Jordan, Germany, Peru, Finland, Sweden, the United Kingdom, China, Laos, Kenya, and beyond,” said Global Studies Program Coordinator and Associate Professor of Political Science Dr. Ryan Brasher. “In addition to our significant number of international students, this makes Simpson University a unique learning environment where students can gain a truly global education, preparing them for meaningful careers in a constantly changing world.”
The Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies will welcome its first students this fall and is now available to incoming and current students seeking to broaden their academic experience and prepare for careers and callings that extend beyond traditional geographic and cultural boundaries.
For more information about the Global Studies program or to apply, visit simpsonu.edu/globalstudies.
