Program Coordinator: Thomas F. Taylor
Mission:
The International Studies program develops, within students, an appreciation for the diversity of political, economic, and cultural systems in the world through an interdisciplinary curriculum. In addition to coursework, students expand their understanding of the world by studying abroad. International Studies majors develop self-discipline, critical thinking skills, and the ability to communicate effectively in both their language and a second language.
Goals:
- Develop the skills which will enable students to have successful and rewarding careers.
- Develop proficiency in a second language.
- Develop a substantive knowledge of the culture, history, political system and economy of a different country or region.
Outcomes:
- Have studied abroad in a non-English speaking country for at least one semester.
- Able to write and speak effectively about foreign study experiences.
- Be prepared for the job market, graduate studies, or law school.
Careers for this Major:
- Graduate studies
- Government service
- International agencies
- Multinational corporations
- Non-profit organizations
- Law
- Military
B.A. International Studies - Curriculum Map 2018-2019 Catalog
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Exceptions to any of the provisions listed below in the footnotes may be petitioned to and approved by a majority vote of the IS Faculty Advisory Board. The decision of the Board may be appealed to the Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and the Committee on Academic Standing and Degrees. The final decision shall be communicated to the Office of the Registrar.
New PlanGrids | Freshman |
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| Fall | Comp. | Spring | Comp. |
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| EN 101 Composition and Literature I | 3 | | EN 102 Composition and Literature II | 3 | |
| HI 108 The History of Civilization II (General Education History) | 3 | | PO 105 American Politics (General Education Social Science ) c | 3 | |
| IN 101 Introduction to International Studies c | 3 | | 3 | |
| 4 | | 1-3 | |
| | | | 4 | |
| | | | | | |
| Fall Semester Total Cr.: | 13 | | Spring Semester Total Cr.: | 14-16 | |
| Sophomore |
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| Fall | Comp. | Spring | Comp. |
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| PO 215 International Relations c | 3 | | EC 202 Principles of Economics (Micro) cor 201 Principles of Economics (Macro) | 3 | |
EC 201 Principles of Economics (Macro)or 202 Principles of Economics (Micro) | 3 | | PO 202 Introduction to Comparative Politics c | 3 | |
| 3 | | 3 | |
| 3 | | 3 | |
| 3 | | 3 | |
| 3 | | | | |
| | | | | | |
| Fall Semester Total Cr.: | 18 | | Spring Semester Total Cr.: | 15 | |
| Junior |
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| Fall | Comp. | Spring | Comp. |
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| 3 | | 3 | |
| 3 | | 4 | |
| 3 | | 3 | |
| 3 | | 3 | |
| 3 | | 3 | |
| | | | | | |
| Fall Semester Total Cr.: | 15 | | Spring Semester Total Cr.: | 16 | |
| Senior |
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| Fall | Comp. | Spring | Comp. |
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| 3 | | EC 419 International Economics | 3 | |
| 4 | | IN 410 Seminar in International Studies (Capstone ) 6, c | 3 | |
| 3 | | 3 | |
| 3 | | 3 | |
| 3 | | 3 | |
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| Fall Semester Total Cr.: | 16 | | Spring Semester Total Cr.: | 15 | |
| TOTAL CREDITS FOR THIS MAJOR: 122-124 |