Immerse Yourself in Irish Language and Culture
The interdisciplinary Irish studies minor explores many facets of Ireland in a way that complements our other majors. Students studying education, business, history, English literature, and other disciplines will find productive intersections between their classes. If you’re interested in studying abroad or pursuing a career that involves travel, learning about a culture different than your own will help you become a true global citizen.
Learn Beyond the Classroom
In addition to your coursework, you will benefit from a close relationship with the Irish Cultural Center of Western New England (ICC). Since 1999, the ICC and Elms College have brought prominent Irish scholars, politicians, and cultural figures to campus, such as Nobel Laureate Betty Williams, Sinn Féin president Gerry Adams, and arms decommissioning monitors Rev. Alec Reid and Rev. Harold Good. Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistants also regularly hold positions on campus, and work closely with students on learning to speak introductory Gaelic.
Apply Your Skills Abroad
Our students have the opportunity to study in Ireland at such schools as the Innisfree College and Convention Center at St. Angela’s College in Sligo, and at Diseart in Dingle, County Kerry. Students can also work with faculty to arrange alternative study abroad experiences at other Irish colleges.
Curriculum
Click to view course requirements for the Irish Studies minor.
Minor Requirements (18 credits. Choose six of the following courses):
Course # | Formerly | Course Name | # of Credit Hours |
---|---|---|---|
IDS 2005 | IDS 205 | Irish American Urban Experience | 3 |
HIS 2008 | HIS 208 | Introduction to Irish Culture | 3 |
HIS 3206 | HIS 326 | Modern Britain | 3 |
HIS 3301 | HIS 331 | Northern Ireland and the Troubles | 3 |
HIS 3303 | HIS 333 | The American Irish | 3 |
HIS 3304 | HIS 334 | Modern Ireland | 3 |
ENG 3807 | ENG 387 | Irish Drama | 3 |
IRI 1001 | IRI 101 | Novice Irish I | 3 |
IRI 1002 | IRI 102 | Novice Irish II | 3 |
Other courses may be offered to fulfill the minor credit requirements. Consult the history department for more details. |