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  • What is CHID?

    CHID is a one-of-a-kind program where students enjoy the freedom of an interdisciplinary liberal arts degree within the context of a renowned research university.

    About CHID

  • Transformational Travel

    Through engagement with local scholars, artists, political leaders, activists, and community members, our study abroad programs prepare students to engage with an increasingly globalized world.

    Study Abroad

  • CHID Turns 40

    40 years ago, we founded an undergraduate program centered on student leadership, radical pedagogies, and public service. Today, these core values remain our north star.

    Our History

  • Question. Critique. Create.

    Our students ask questions that matter, think critically about education, and creatively express their understanding within a community of learners.

    Our Program

  • If you can dream it, you can achieve it

    We offer students the freedom to tailor their education to their own intellectual interests and professional goals.

    Our Courses

Upcoming Courses

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Featured Course

CHID 250 A: "Writing in Public in the Context of Trumpism"
Summer 2019

The purpose of this course will be two-fold: first, to develop students’ abilities to creatively and effectively adopt a range of public-facing... Learn more
Study Abroad

Study Abroad

Study Abroad with CHID

Our international programs are renowned across the university and attract students from all majors. For over 20 years, CHID faculty have immersed students in the cultural contexts of their sites and built relationships with local communities. CHID believes that true global citizenship requires a powerful experience of leaving one’s comfort zone.

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News & Events

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A Message from CHID's Director, Phillip Thurtle
June 5, 2019
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CHID's got swag!
May 22, 2019
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