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Center for American and World Cultures

The Center for American and World Cultures (CAWC) is an interdisciplinary hub for studying race, class, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, nationality, and religion, both domestically and internationally. Our wide range of courses covers topics from the definitions of prejudice and discrimination to how to prepare for study abroad experiences. Join us for a journey that will change your perspective personally and professionally.

Advocating for All

The CAWC champions the expansion of Intergroup Dialogue at Miami in partnership with the President's Diversity & Inclusion (DEI) Task Force. #BeTheChangeMiami. Understand how we're taking action.

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Explore Intergroup Dialogue

Watch videos highlighting the benefits and impact of the Voices Intergroup Dialogue program at Miami

Voices of Discovery

Intergroup Dialogue

Student Perspectives

Learn about the Global Readiness Certificate

Students and faculty discuss the benefits and impact of the Global Readiness Certificate (GRC) at Miami

What is the Global Readiness Certificate?

Why Should I Consider the GRC?

Interdisciplinary Studies Courses

Learn about the interdisciplinary studies courses taught through the Center for American and World Cultures.

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Explore Annual Programs

Join us for programs that bring us closer together and promote a global perspective

Our Mission and Vision

The Mission of the Center for American and World Cultures is to provide spaces of investigation and encounter about American and world cultures to build students’ multicultural competencies and prepare them for informed global engagement.

Our vision is to provide all students with a transformational experience that prepares them for meaningful civic engagement and fulfilling careers in today's increasingly diverse democracy and global community.

Center for American and World Cultures

109 MacMillan Hall
531 E Spring St.
Oxford, OH 45056