What Happens after Graduation?

Learn how graduates from MSU Denver’s Department of Chicana/o Studies excel in their careers and graduate school.

Three students celebrating in cap and gown at MSU Denver commencement

Whether its to the workplace or to the classroom (again), our graduates are our success stories!

Career Options and Exploration

Graduates with Chicana/o Studies (CHS) majors and minors excel in the work place and participate as global citizens. Our graduates possess skills and competencies to enter into the workforce as competitive candidates in these types of fields:

  • Businesses that Practice Social Responsibility
  • Government Agencies
  • K-12 Education
  • Non-Profit Organizations
  • Social Work
Jessica Wade, Institute for Public Service

Meet your Industry Navigator

Jessica Wade, Industry Navigator for Law & Public Service

MSU Denver is dedicated to developing future leaders in public service. MSU Denver serves as an anchor institution for public service, featuring a diverse student body who know the needs of their communities and are poised to address those needs in their careers. Jessica can help connect you to prospective employers in the Public Service industry that are aligned to your career goals and ambitions.

Graduate School Options

Our graduates have gone on to find success at Graduate degree programs around the country. These types of programs provide you with the opportunity to continue your interest in Ethnic Studies.

Other Types of Graduate School Programs

The interdisciplinary nature of Chicana/o Studies

Due to the interdisciplinary nature of Chicana/o Studies, our graduates are well prepared for post-baccalaureate graduate work in these related fields:

  • Chicano/a-Latina/o Studies
  • Cultural Studies
  • Ethnic Studies
  • History
  • Law
  • Masters of Social work
  • Modern Languages
  • Sociology

Chicana/o Studies Contact Information

Campus Location

Rectory Building, 1156 9th Street, Denver, CO 80217

Office Hours

Monday-Thursday: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Friday: By appointment and remote

Phone

303-615-0711

Email

[email protected]

Mailing Address

Department of Chicana/o Studies
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Campus Box 41
P.O. Box 173362
Denver, CO
80217-3362

Fax

303-556-3178