Middle Eastern and North African Studies Minor

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Minor Only

Faculty teaching Middle Eastern and North African Studies include members of the Humanities and Social Sciences Divisions in the College of Arts and Sciences. Please see the schedule of classes for each academic term for specific assignments.

Nationwide, there has been an increased interest in the Middle East and North Africa, a region not well understood by most Americans. The minor in Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) Studies offers a thorough survey of the cultures, politics, and religions of the region throughout history, with a strong focus on the contemporary period. Short-term or semester-long field studies are also encouraged, with students in recent years electing to spend time studying in Morocco, Jordan, and Israel.

Minor Requirements

Six (6) courses are required: two (2) core courses and four (4) electives.

Core Courses

ANT 255 - Middle East Culture Crs:
POL 304 - Middle East Politics. Crs:

Elective Courses (4 Courses)

Choose four (4) courses listed in the schedule of classes as MENA electives that meet the following criteria.

No more than two (2) language courses may count toward the minor
No more than three (3) courses may be taken from any one department
At least one elective must be at the 300-level or above
Courses taken during semester-long field studies at universities in the Middle East and North Africa may also serve as electives, to be approved on a case-by-case basis