
World Area Studies
In the 2026-2027 school year, Dr. Shea will teach World Area Studies as an elective in the Social Studies Department of Cambridge High School. The focus of the course will be the culture, history, politics, and religions of East Asian countries, including China, Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan.
See Dr. Shea in 2.814 for more details.
Pursue Your Passions.
If you are interested in East Asia, Dr. Shea's World Area Studies course would be an exciting addition to your schedule that would allow you to take a class you enjoy. World Area Studies could be that class you look forward to every day - that class that actually relieves stress!

Qualify for the International Skills Diploma Seal.
Taking a World Area Studies course counts towards your International Skills Diploma Seal. This seal is a signal to potential employers and higher education institutions that you are prepared to participate in the global economy.
Signal Your Curiosity.
Taking a class like World Area Studies says to colleges and employers that have an open and curious mind, which are among the "soft skills" more and more businesses value., especially for management and leadership positions.

