Minor (Minor) in Appalachian Studies
OVERVIEW
Who is this program for?
A minor in Appalachian Studies is perfect for students interested in exploring the unique history, culture, and ecology of the Appalachian region. This program enhances careers in community development, environmental conservation, education, and cultural preservation, offering expertise in regional studies and rural advocacy.
Program Overview
This minor offers students with a serious interest in Appalachian regional studies an opportunity to pursue a minor concentration to complement a major in one of the university professional or liberal arts programs. This interdisciplinary program enables students to comprehend more fully the historical, environmental, social, economic, health and political context of the Appalachian region in relation to its diverse residents, challenges, contributions, and possible futures.
How to Add this Minor
Prospective students: Minors are declared once you are a current University of Kentucky student.
Current students: You can add this minor in myUK GPS. Under "My Program of Study" on the right side of the screen, click the link "Request a major/minor/certificate change". If you need help, contact your academic advisor.
You should talk with your advisor about how adding a program to your plan of study will impact graduation time and any graduation requirements of your major.
FIND OUT EXACTLY
What You'll Learn
Students will take 18 hours of coursework in a variety of departments, as appropriate. Many courses can count beyond those with a clear Appalachian focus designated in the title; the Director of the Appalachian Studies Program can approve classes with sufficient Appalachian content as relevant.
Degree requirements, course descriptions and academic policies for all programs are detailed in the University Catalog.
Get a Head Start with an
Accelerated Pathway
This program is part of the Accelerated Master's Pathways program. If you plan to obtain a master's degree, AMP can save you time and money with dual credit hours by signing-up when you have earned between 60-105 credit hours as an undergraduate student at UK.
"While pursuing a minor in Appalachian Studies, the program’s educational versatility enabled me to expand my knowledge regarding mental health in the region. It also highlighted the many complexities of working within the area and allowed me to grow in my competence as a future school psychologist who plans to serve Appalachian people. The minor has a unique perspective to offer students from any discipline and will undoubtedly shape within them a new perspective and appreciation for the people and place as well."
Expand Your Learning
Students who participate in the Appalachian Studies Program have access to several experiential learning opportunities. We offer service-learning courses, summer internships, and a study abroad program in Ireland. Interested students should discuss their plans with the Director of the Appalachian Studies Program.
Get Involved!
Students who get involved in activities outside of the classroom tend to do better academically and develop meaningful relationships with others at UK. Our network of student organizations and activities has something for everyone, from academic to professional to fun!
