Interdisciplinary Studies Degree

Dr. Dixon's research interests include agriculture, food, international development, Middle East and North Africa, world-ecology and nature-society relations.

Some of Professor Meena's courses include History of Western Civilization I, History of Pennsylvania: Focus on Pittsburgh and History of the 1960s.

Dr. Girman's recent course offerings include James Baldwin, Sport Literature & Culture and Latinx Literature.

"Because I want to pursue a career that involves the professional side of Japan, this class gave me a great introduction to some of the etiquette I will have to study for the future. It also motivated me to ramp up my studies of the language to prepare for a job there after college."

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The Visit Scholarship, valued at $4,000, is exclusively available to high school juniors and seniors who visit Point Park University's vibrant Downtown campus between Aug. 1, 2024, and Feb. 28, 2025.

"To have worked so hard on a project that means so much to me and finally share my findings with so many people makes my heart swell with pride and appreciation."

"The interdisciplinary studies major at Point Park has allowed me to pursue a multitude of fields that interest me. I am able to gain critical insight and experience through a creative lens. Point Park has given me a truly unique educational opportunity."

Point Park University has launched a partnership with Joon to offer students increased access to mental health care services. Joon is a teletherapy service designed specifically for young adults.

"I have been so fortunate to have met some great individuals through chess! I always look forward to spending my Mondays chatting and playing. It is like a little reset for the beginning of my week and is something I always look forward to no matter how busy the rest of my days are."

"The Globe has helped put me on a path to being career-ready, making connections that will hopefully lead to full-time employment post-graduation."

"I encourage my students to ask questions about the world. Why are things the way that they are? How did they come to be this way? How could they be different? I want my students to stay curious about the world, near and far!"

Point Park University's strategic plan, Pioneer Vision 2030, leverages the University’s strengths, including its focus on and commitment to experiential learning, as it looks to build out a cultural corridor on its side of Downtown that connects with the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust.