
Grateful to be together: Meet the extraordinary class of 2022
Hear about the Cornell experiences of some of the amazing students in our graduating class.
Read MoreThe Department of German Studies offers students a wide variety of opportunities to explore the language, literature and culture of German-speaking countries. Courses are offered in German as well as in English, with subjects ranging from medieval to contemporary literature and include studies of film, visual culture, intellectual history, music, psychology and women's studies. The department also offers opportunities to explore Dutch and Swedish language
As a German studies major, you’ll gain proficiency in reading, speaking and writing German, become acquainted with the culture of German-speaking countries and develop skills in reading, analyzing and discussing German texts in relevant disciplines.
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One of the leading graduate programs nationally and internationally, German Studies at Cornell offers a flexible yet rigorous course of study that draws on the expertise of faculty members from both the Department of German Studies and a variety of units in the College of Arts and Sciences.
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Hear about the Cornell experiences of some of the amazing students in our graduating class.
Read MoreLauren Bohm is a History and German Studies major.
Read MoreAriana Croese is majoring in Italian & German Studies.
Read MoreCongratulations to Dr. Hannah Miller (Ph.D. in German Studies, 2017) on the recent publication of her first book, The Politics of Fandom. Conflicts That Divide Communities (McFarland, 2022).
Read MoreA $5 million alumni gift will help to support doctoral students in humanities fields within the College of Arts & Sciences.
Read MoreFive essays that explore how students created publicly-engaged projects are available online.
Read MoreThe program connects undergraduates in A&S with opportunities to work side by side on research with Cornell faculty from across the College.
Read MoreApply to our PhD program. Accepting Applications Submitted by January 2, 2022
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