Center for Global & Area Studies
Join the global village
The Center for Global and Area Studies at the University of Delaware promotes global awareness and fosters an academic community that is increasingly connected to the "global village." As a hub for global learning, we bring together faculty whose expertise spans disciplines and world regions. In addition to transnational and global issues, our academic programs enable undergraduate students to rigorously study Africa, Asia, Europe, the Islamic World, the Jewish diaspora, and Latin America and the Iberian Peninsula.
Why Global and Area Studies at UD?
- The World Economic Forum (WEF) underscores the increasing demand for professionals with cross-cultural competence, geopolitical awareness, and a deep understanding of global issues.
- Roles in sustainable development, environmental policy, and corporate social responsibility are increasingly relevant.
- Graduates in global studies or international studies can explore diverse career paths, including roles in international organizations like the United Nations, multinational corporations, non-governmental organizations focused on development and humanitarian aid, and government agencies involved in foreign affairs and trade policy.
Upcoming Feature Event
Symposium: Women and Yiddish – New Approaches to Gender, Sexuality, Language, and Culture
Followed by a special concert highlighting powerful women's songs of memory, resistance, and survival from the Yiddish Glory project.
Latest News
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CGAS Student Achievement
June 04, 2026 | Written by CAS Communication StaffThe University of Delaware Center for Global & Area Studies recognizes Rachel Herway, recipient of the 2026 Alejandro Reyes Scholarship Award from the Pan American Association of Philadelphia. -
Jewish Studies Program Newsletter — Spring 2026
June 02, 2026 | Written by Jewish Studies ProgramThe Jewish Studies Program shares its latest news, featuring student achievements, a remembrance of former Jewish Studies Director Jay Halio, and a talk with Holocaust survivor Jan Rocek. -
Laura Carlson inaugurated as UD’s 29th president
April 18, 2026 | Written by Amy WolfCampus-wide celebration highlighted University’s forward-focused chapter driven by shared purpose and community.