Imagining a better, more equal world is a key part of ethnic studies at Lawrence. Spreading the light to the broader global community is the next step.

Lawrentians can go on to pursue careers in primary and secondary education, law, medicine, health and public health, social work, human resources, activism, psychology or counseling, communications, creative and visual arts, journalism and media, politics, business and finance, and international relations.

They can also pursue advanced degrees in American studies, ethnic studies, cultural studies, gender studies, and urban planning.

Educational Outcomes

Recent Ethnic Studies graduates have gone on to pursue graduate and professional school programs that include:

  • Washington University in Saint Louis, Social Work, M.S.W.
  • University of Oklahoma Law School, Law, J.D.
  • John Hopkins University, Data Analytics and Policy, Public Policy Analysis, M.S.
  • Long Island University, Psychology, M.A.
  • Columbia University, Developmental Disabilities, M.A.

Employment Outcomes

Recent Ethnic Studies graduates have pursued full-time employment in roles that include:

  • Cultural Advisor - Native American Support Specialist, Appleton Area School District
  • K-4 Teacher, KIPP Massachusetts Public Charter Schools
  • Social Work, Washington University in Saint Louis
  • Case Planner, Family Foster Care
  • Community Coordinator, Twin Cities Innovation Alliance
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