Public Diplomacy minor

Public Diplomacy is a dynamic, interdisciplinary field of inquiry and practice that brings together critical perspectives from the humanities and social sciences to promote respect for diversity, peace, and stability globally. The field encompasses both public communication and information management-especially combatting disinformation-and applied cultural work. Leading with culture, this field centers positive agendas for broad, diverse audiences with the goal of building international trust, respect, and shared values across diverse communities. Its goals include the promotion of civil society through person-to-person exchange and cultural programs, often in arenas such as sport, art, or performance with reduced language barriers. It fosters communication outside of traditional diplomatic channels and supporting international relationships that lend stability at times of political transition.