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Art & Art History
The Department of Art & Art History offers a bachelor of arts degree as well as minors in both art & design or art history — preparing students for careers in fine arts, academia, arts administration, publishing and more.
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Critical Black Studies
Bucknell University critical Black studies majors explore the interrelated histories, politics and culture of Africa and the African Diaspora in the United States, Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe and elsewhere.
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Education
Shepherd the next generation with a bachelor of science in early childhood education, or focus on the broad landscape of academia with a bachelor of arts in education. Bucknell students from a variety of majors can also pursue certification to teach at the elementary, middle and high school levels.
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English — Creative Writing
Students in Bucknell's creative writing program practice craft and technique, develop their style, and examine diverse voices in contemporary literature.
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English — Film/Media Studies
Film/media studies majors at Bucknell strengthen the analytical, artistic and communication skills essential for success in the film/media industry and many other careers.
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Geography
Bucknell geography majors have access to some of the finest field sites in the East, including small towns, forests, mines, rivers and wetlands.
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History
Bucknell history majors learn through doing as they study the struggles, worldviews and development of human societies in different times and places.
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International Relations
Bucknell's multidisciplinary international relations major prepares students to make a difference on a global scale.
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Latin American Studies
Bucknell's Latin American studies majors delve into the history, culture and economic forces that shape this complex region.
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Markets, Innovation & Design
Bucknell markets, innovation & design majors learn to recognize what consumers want — before they even know they want it — and build careers developing the products, brands and messages to meet those desires.
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Music
Music majors at Bucknell University refine technical skills and artistic expression, in degree programs ranging from vocal performance to music education and beyond.
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Political Science
Bucknell's political science program prepares students to work for change in the world, with opportunities to conduct meaningful, faculty-guided research.
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Sociology & Anthropology
Explore the complex, fascinating relationships among individuals, groups and societies around the world with a major in either sociology or anthropology.
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Theatre & Dance
Bucknell University theatre majors perform, design, direct and collaborate with professors who inspire, challenge and prepare you for exciting jobs in the arts or other professional careers.
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Women’s & Gender Studies
Bucknell University women's & gender studies majors challenge assumptions about gender, power, sexuality, race and class, and have opportunities to study the legacy of slavery in the Middle East, confront stereotypes about feminism with slam poetry, and go inside a state prison to learn from female inmates.