BA in Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences: Global Labor Studies
The Global Labor Studies concentration provides a multifaceted perspective on work and
workers, bringing a critical eye to processes of labor. Courses explore theories of work, histories
of labor, the experiences of workers, and differing worlds of work. A global emphasis will
highlight historical and international linkages that continue to connect us, both individually and
as a nation, to workers and consumers across the world. Further, CWE’s location at the heart of
New York’s financial industry affords a unique vantage from which to consider how broader
economic and financial processes shape our everyday lives.
Total credits required: 32 (at least 20 must be completed in residence in the IAS Department)
Required Major Courses (12 credits):
IAS 24200, Introduction to Interdisciplinary Studies (4)
IAS 23324, Advanced Composition OR IAS 23304, The Essay (4)
SPAN 22504, Intermediate Spanish (4)
Select 2 Foundational Courses in consultation with advisor (8 credits):
IAS 10300, Interdisciplinary Global Studies (4)
IAS 10800, Doing Social Research (4)
IAS 21900, Introduction to Labor Studies
PSC 20204, International Political Economy (4)
Select 3 Elective Courses in consultation with advisor (12 credits):
Students may select from a wide range of approved electives in Anthropology, Economics,
English, History, Philosophy, Political Science, and Sociology, as well as many interdisciplinary
electives. See the Schedule of Classes for specific courses approved for this elective.
Honors: Students interested in a Capstone experience may consider taking IAS 30100-30300,
Honors Research, once they have completed the Required Major Courses and the two
Foundational Courses for their concentration. Students are strongly advised to take IAS 10800,
Doing Social Research, before considering Honors Research in Global Labor Studies.