The Southeast European Studies minor promotes an understanding of regional parallels and individual differences among the peoples of Southeast Europe. Addressing the causes of conflict and resources for conflict resolution, the SES minor focuses on the dynamic, prevailing images of self and others among the peoples of Southeastern Europe.

The program is built on the foundation of anthropology, archaeology, social history, political science, art history, and comparative literature. The interdisciplinary perspective of the SES minor aims to provide a contextual background for more effective application of academic disciplines such as Journalism and Mass Communication, European Studies, and Business Administration.