Welcome to Global Studies!

Whether you're interested in solving global challenges, learning a new language and culture, or developing a deeper understanding of media, you'll find dynamic academic programs, vibrant faculty, and exciting opportunities for research, internships, and study abroad. We invite you to explore this site to learn more about the unique experiences that make Global Studies at Catholic University a launching pad for global citizenship and leadership.

Rooted in Catholic social teaching and committed to human dignity, our programs in Global Studies, Africana Studies, and Media Studies prepare students to communicate effectively across languages and cultures, identify the most pressing issues facing our interconnected world, and develop in-demand skills for their post-college careers.

 

Student Updates

Student Chloe Masaitis smiling as she holds her Research Day Presentation Award.
Global Studies and History double major Chloe Masaitis will soon head to Taiwan for an English teaching assistantship after winning a Fulbright U.S. Student Program award. Read more about Chloe.
Student Lizetthe Moreno smiling on CUA campus
“I’m so grateful that CUA teaches you how to be a good thinker.” Lizetthe Moreno, Spanish for International Service major, received a prestigious Scholastic Leadership Scholarship from the National Defense Industrial Association. Read more about Lizetthe.
Student Justin Smith smiling in a lounge of the Busch School of Business.
“I was among the first of my friends to have a job offer.” While Justin Smith was studying abroad in France, he did Skype interviews with PwC for a coveted 10-week summer internship, which he landed, leading to his job offer. Read more about Justin.