Why World Studies?
In the School of World Studies we explore what it means to be human.
Using anthropology, foreign languages, international studies and religious studies, we investigate the depth and breadth of the human experience so we can address the challenges we face as global citizens. Our programs begin with basic questions about humanity: Who are we? Where did we come from? What do we believe? How do we communicate and negotiate meaning? What is our responsibility as world citizens?
Learn more about the value of a degree in a World Studies program.
News
May 6, 2025
VCU undergraduates awarded Gilman Scholarships for 2025
The federal program supports study abroad for students with financial need.
May 5, 2025
Class of 2025: Felicia Fowler relishes the long journey to her VCU degree
The Residential Life and Housing staff member, who is graduating more than three decades after starting her studies, represents ‘a remarkable story of persistence.’
April 28, 2025
Class of 2025: VCU Votes co-leader Merilyn Arikkat drives civic engagement among fellow students
The biology major and aspiring doctor is among national honorees for championing democracy.
World Studies Spotlight
Meet Kristina
Kristina Donnally wanted to be an archaeologist ever since second grade when she visited the Ancient Egypt exhibit at the Smithsonian. Visit our 'Meet a Student' page to read more about Kristina, including the internships in our Virtual Curation Lab and on an excavation site in Israel that inspired her studies.