Undergrad Programs

The Black Studies major focuses on the historical and contemporary issues of people of African, African American, Afro-Latin@ and Caribbean descent. We also offer a minor and post-baccalaureate certificate.

The minor or certificate in Chicano/Latino Studies is a valuable asset if you're preparing to work in fields and professions that place a premium on effectively reaching out to Latino individuals and communities.

The only school in Oregon to offer a major in Indigenous Nations and Native American Studies, PSU's program focuses on the studies and practices of Tribal critical race theory, decolonizing methodologies, traditional and cultural ecological knowledge, and contemporary themes. We also offer a minor.

The Indigenous Traditional Ecological & Cultural Knowledge (ITECK) certificate helps you gain a deeper appreciation and understanding of the land and Indigenous practices and how to engage in a culturally responsible way with opportunities to engage in hands-on fieldwork and research with community partners.

The Sexuality, Gender, and Queer Studies major combines women’s studies, sociology, biology, psychology, literature and cultural studies to examine the issues connected to sexuality, gender, and queer politics in this country and around the world. We also offer a minor.

The Women's Studies major integrates feminist research and innovative, experiential learning. We also offer a minor.