BA in Indigenous, Race, and Ethnic Studies in Eugene United States | University of Oregon

Students enrolled in the indigenous, race, and ethnic studies program explore pathways to advancing social equity globally. Our curriculum examines the intersections of race with other critical factors like gender, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, immigration, indigenous rights, and colonial legacies. Together with learners, we analyze and challenge manifestations of racial dominance across historical and contemporary contexts. Our scope extends beyond U.S. racial dynamics to encompass global displacement patterns stemming from slavery, colonial expansion, and worldwide economic integration.
Graduates with IRES degrees build careers in equity-focused nonprofits, tribal governance, organizational leadership, public assistance programs, academic instruction, and office administration. The most common professional paths for our alumni include: human services aides, academic and career advisors, office coordinators, HR professionals, school administrators, and community outreach specialists.