The Interdisciplinary Studies major is grounded in flexibility and customization, which allows students to choose emphases that provide a cohesive thematic framework to their studies and broad professional pathways upon graduation. One of the emphases is Emergent Digital Practices, which serve students interested in multiple nascent technologies, their artistic expression, and human application. The emphasis draws knowledge from various programs, such as Art and Design, Gaming, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, English, and Philosophy and Religion. The skills developed in the Emergent Digital Practices emphasize expanding students’ knowledge of the intersection of arts and technology, increasing their creativity, and ensuring a broad career pathway in several relevant fields, such as game and product design, software and human interfacing, among others.

Get a personalized major and attention! Interdisciplinary Studies has flexible course and delivery options (on campus, online, or blended) that lets you design your own degree. Based on your customized course choices, you will learn how to articulate your unique value to potential employers and graduate schools. Discussing Interdisciplinary Studies with an advisor will show you the many opportunities the major offers and it will take the worry out of making big decisions. Meeting with an IS program advisor "showed me opportunities I would never have thought of," one student wrote, "Your kindness and clarity really brought me some peace. I think Interdisciplinary Studies is the best option for me, and I am so excited to follow that route." In addition to taking courses within Interdisciplinary Studies itself, you will identify and complete three “concentrations” in disciplines of your choice. You can select these concentrations from virtually any of the undergraduate programs that Lindenwood offers. This highly flexible structure will allow you to pursue your interests and craft a highly unique educational profile to take with you into interviews, workplaces, and throughout your whole career. You will be prepared to make a valuable and diversified contribution to society regardless of your career path.

The Interdisciplinary Studies major is grounded in flexibility and customization, which allows students to choose emphases that provide a cohesive thematic framework to their studies and broad professional pathways upon graduation. The Health and Society emphasis serves students interested in the healthcare fields and draws knowledge from the disciplines of Psychology, Public Health, and Humanities, such as English, Philosophy, and Religion. The skills developed in the Health and Society emphasis will enhance students' confidence and expertise in communication and human care.