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The Institute for Ethnic Studies takes a deeper look at society through the perspective of social justice and human rights. Established during the transformative 1960s, our program stands as one of the pioneering interdisciplinary initiatives in this field. Current events demonstrate why we remain among the nation's most impactful programs, as we critically examine racial issues in modern society. Students choose the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's Institute for Ethnic Studies for our comprehensive majors, minors, and graduate specializations that provide a holistic, comparative education centered on race, ethnicity, and their global contexts. Whether concentrating on African and African American studies, U.S. Latina/o and Latin American studies, or Native American Studies, our students collaborate with distinguished faculty on meaningful research and maintain lasting academic relationships. They pursue their intellectual passions within a vibrant, community-focused environment enriched by seminars, thought-provoking speakers, and engaging events.