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

Graduate students in the Department of Indigenous, Race, and Ethnic Studies become part of a vibrant, diverse scholarly community committed to generating impactful knowledge through innovative research and community involvement. Our program cultivates scholars skilled in transdisciplinary, intersectional, and creative approaches to scholarship. The curriculum provides an in-depth educational experience centered on the experiences of Indigenous communities and communities of color. With close faculty guidance, students design personalized study plans that offer both broad exposure and specialized focus within ethnic studies, equipping them for diverse career paths after earning their PhD. Specialization options include: Indigenous and Women of Color feminisms, queer race scholarship, Latinx and Chicanx studies, media and sports analysis, literary and cultural critique, carceral system studies, environmental justice, Indigenous and racial identity formations, comparative race relations, and social justice movements.
After completing the program, graduates will be able to:
Critically evaluate and contribute to academic discourse, particularly highlighting Ethnic Studies' transformative perspectives in contrast to mainstream academic frameworks, Achieve deep expertise in their chosen specialization by demonstrating thorough comprehension and application of Ethnic Studies theoretical foundations, Develop meaningful research inquiries and conduct original investigations suitable for academic publication.