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
Sept. 18, 2023
At VCU, nearly 600 people from 85 countries become new U.S. citizens
At the Constitution Day ceremony on Monday, American pride was reflected in personal journeys and an embrace of diversity.
Aug. 24, 2023
Busy trip to East Africa finally brings study abroad dream to fruition for VCU undergrad
As a teaching assistant for the program on development and democracy, international studies major Ailita Whalen helped lead fellow students to five countries.
July 26, 2023
Service-learning class empowers Latinx students in Richmond schools to engage with important issues
Photovoice program encourages English language learners to take photographs to "create dialogue about what’s going on."
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.