This spring, dive into Finnish popular culture, learn about auteur filmmakers, explore the sagas of the vikings or discover the society, culture and history of the Sámi people.
With long-standing ties between Scandinavia and the Pacific Northwest, our department connects our state to Europe's most dynamic economic area, the home of Angry Birds and Skype, IKEA and Maersk, and the highest living standards in the world.
Graduate students bring their unique North European specializations to intellectual communities across campus and rewarding careers in academia and the public humanities.
Prepared with knowledge from world leaders in welfare, business, and gender equity, our alumni pursue twenty-first-century careers in academia, law, international business, and even STEM.
