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International Studies

 

Information

https://www.uwosh.edu/international/

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Faculty

Baltutis
Carlin
Carnahan
De Muynck
Frey
Gonzales-Muntaner
Hohbein-Deegen
Jasinski
Mouton
Palmeri
Rivers
Rutz
Scribner
Siemers
Slagter
Subulwa

Degrees

  • Undergraduate: A major in International Studies can lead to the degree(s): Bachelor of Science.
  • Graduate: None.

Summary of Fields of Study

1. Goal(s)

  • See the program for a listing of their goal(s).

2. The Major(s)

  • The International Studies Major offers a choice of four topical emphases within the International Studies major. These are: 1) International Business, 2) Sustainable Development, 3) Global Conflict and Human Security and 4) Global Humanities.
    • Within the General International Studies emphasis, students may choose from the following area studies: 1) African Studies, 2) Asian Studies, 3) European Studies and 4) Latin American Studies

3. The Minor(s)

  • African Studies; Asian Studies; European Studies; Latin American Studies; International Studies.

Admission/Graduation Requirements

  • To be eligible for graduation, students must meet all requirements for the degree being sought in addition to earning a minimum grade point average of 2.00 in all courses required for the International Studies major or minor.
  • All students majoring in International Studies are required to complete 36 credits in the major, which include:1) Required Core Courses (15 crs.), 2) Emphasis/Specialization (15 crs.) and 3) Elective Courses (6 crs.).
  • For a complete list of courses that fulfill each emphasis or specialization, please see course lists below.
  • Students must include one course from at least five disciplines (including International Stuides) in their 36 credit major.
  • Foreign language requirement – All International Studies majors are also required to complete the foreign language requirement, in addition to the 36 required credits of International Studies courses. 

NOTE: Students enrolled in all tracks of the International Studies major are strongly advised to consult regularly with their advisor during programming each term. Such sessions will enable advisors to assist enrolled majors in making appropriate choices from available courses to assure that they meet all requirements of the International Studies major and include the required prerequisites for core courses.

Because of the numerous tracks within International Studies and the choices each offers there is no such thing as a “typical program of study”. Students enrolled in the International Studies Program may obtain sample programs of study, for each emphasis offered, from the International Studies office or at: https://www.uwosh.edu/international/, but consultation with an advisor is essential due to the individual planning involved within the International Studies major.

Required Core Courses

International Studies (15 crs.)

  • International Studies 205
  • International Studies 402 or 403
  • Two courses from the following:
    • Geography 102 or 107
    • History 102
    • Political Science 101
    • Global Religions 102
  • Skills/Methods: Complete one course from the following:
    • Anthropology 304, 350
    • Communication 219, 318, 413
    • English 207, 385, 388
    • Geography 241
    • History 315
    • Political Science 245, 315
    • Social Justice 350
    • Sociology 281, 388

The Major(s), with Emphases and/or Options

1. International Studies Major

  • In Addition to the Core Courses:
    • Emphasis: (15 crs.) Students must choose at least one emphasis from those listed below.
    • Electives: (6 crs.)

Topical Emphases

A. Sustainable Development Emphasis

Recommended for students who wish to pursue an interdisciplinary approach to development issues, as a preparation for careers with businesses, government agencies, aid contractors, non-governmental organizations and relief organizations involved in developing countries.

  • Emphasis Courses: Complete 15 crs. from the following:
    • Anthropology 381
    • Economics 319, 320
    • Environmental Studies 312, 315, 340, 355, 377, 381, 386, 388
    • History 338, 355
    • Geography 377
    • International Studies 308, 309, 341, 375, 377
    • Philosophy 340
    • Political Science 303, 322, 386, 388
    • Social Justice 303, 386
    • Sociology 315. 347
    • Women’s and Gender Studies 303
  •  
  • Elective Courses: Complete an additional 6 crs. from the following:
    • Advertising, Multimedia Journalism, Public Relations 380
    • Anthropology 102, 122, 204, 206, 210, 272, 308, 318, 322, 326, 328, 330, 332, 336, 339, 348, 352, 360, 364, 376
    • Art 120, 209, 210, 310, 311, 313, 314, 315, 317, 318, 320, 321, 325
    • Communication 318, 413
    • Economics 101, 201, 202, 209, 309, 319, 320, 336, 386, 387, 388, 410, 420, 421
    • English 203, 210, 225, 227, 243, 283, 326, 351, 353, 356, 358, 362, 364, 365, 367, 395
    • Environmental Studies 243, 311, 315, 340, 355, 377, 386, 388
    • French 306, 308, 309, 315, 318, 321, 330, 331, 350, 401, 403, 405, 406 
    • Geography 102, 105, 107, 202, 213, 311, 318, 319, 331, 333, 338, 347, 353, 354, 377
    • German 306, 308, 313, 315, 318, 321, 323, 325, 327, 330, 350, 438, 445
    • Global Languages and Cultures 122, 124, 126, 220, 230
    • Global Religions 102, 110, 123, 203, 210, 221, 222, 240, 335, 337, 338, 339, 354, 358 361, 371, 372, 380, 381
    • History 101, 102, 103, 110, 302, 303, 304, 305, 306, 308, 310, 312, 313, 316, 318, 319, 322, 323, 329, 330, 331, 332, 333, 334, 340, 343, 344, 346, 347, 348, 349, 350, 351, 355, 359, 360, 370, 371, 372, 373, 374, 375, 376, 377, 378, 381, 382, 383, 384, 395, 397, 398, 412, 413
    • Hmong Studies 215, 230, 305
    • International Studies 205, 206, 227, 228, 308, 309, 312, 318, 321, 325, 331, 332, 333, 341, 353, 364, 375, 377, 396, 402, 403, 420, 446, 456
    • Japanese 211, 315
    • Military Science 304
    • Music 205, 207
    • Philosophy 211, 221, 223, 301, 305, 340
    • Political Science 101, 107, 111, 115, 301, 303, 308, 309, 311, 313, 315, 317, 322, 323, 336, 339, 343, 349, 352, 355, 373, 374, 376, 379, 383, 386, 388, 393
    • Social Justice 303, 313, 355, 386
    • Sociology 315, 347
    • Spanish 315, 318, 320, 325, 327, 332, 334, 335, 350, 351, 352, 362, 363, 364, 365, 375, 401, 404, 412, 420
    • Women’s and Gender Studies 204, 303, 333, 334, 346, 351

Comments: Prerequisites: Some of the courses above have prerequisites. Students are responsible for checking the course descriptions for prerequisites. Students are strongly advised to consult regularly with their International Studies advisor to plan the completion of the necessary prerequisites in advance.

B. Global Conflict & Human Security Emphasis 

Recommended for students who wish to pursue careers as analysts or managers in national and homeland security in their respective countries, either with government agencies or in the private security sector.

  • Emphasis Courses: Complete 15 crs. from the following:
    • Geography 318, 421
    • History 318, 333, 356, 391, 395
    • International Studies 308, 309, 318, 325
    • Military Science 304
    • Political Science 308, 313, 317, 328, 352, 376
    • Social Justice 313
  • Elective Courses: Complete an additional 6 crs. from the list of Elective Courses in section A.

 

C. International Business Emphasis 

Recommended for students who wish to combine study in Business Administration with an International Studies major, as preparation for business careers with firms engaged in international and global activities, including multinational corporations.

  • Emphasis Courses/Requirements: Complete 15 crs. by completing one of the following certificates and additional non-SoB courses (if needed) from the following:
    • International Economics Certificate (15 crs.)
    • International Business Certificate (9 crs.)
    • Supply Chain Management Certificate (12 crs.)
    • Non-CoB Courses: If 15 crs. cannot be achieved by completing one of the above certificates, additional Non-SoB courses must be completed from the following:
      • Anthropology 381
      • Environmental Studies 311, 381
      • Geography 311
      • International Studies 341
      • Political Science 308, 322
  • Elective Courses: Complete an additional 6 crs. from the list of Elective Courses in section A.

Comments: Prerequisites: Some of the courses above have prerequisites. Students are responsible for checking the course descriptions for prerequisites. Students are strongly advised to consult regularly with their International Studies advisor to plan the completion of the necessary prerequisites in advance.

D. Global Humanities Emphasis

  • Emphasis Courses/Requirements: Complete 15 crs. of Global Scholar (GS) courses from the following disciplines:
    • Advertising, Multimedia Journalism, Public Relations 
    • Art
    • Anthropology
    • Communication Studies
    • English
    • Global Languages and Cultures
    • Global Religions
    • Hmong Studies
    • Music
    • Radio-TV-Film
    • Theatre
    • Philosophy
  • Elective Courses: Complete an additional 6 crs. from the list of Elective Courses in section A.

 

Specialization Regional Emphases

Recommended for students who wish to develop a broad knowledge of international affairs suitable to a wide variety of careers in government, teaching, tourism and service professionals.

A. African Studies Emphasis

  • Emphasis Courses: Complete 15 crs. from the following:
    • Anthropology 330, 332, 348, 352
    • Economics 319, 420, 421
    • English 358, 367
    • Geography 353, 354
    • Global Religions 240
    • History 359, 360, 383, 384
    • International Studies 227, 308, 309, 341, 353, 364, 402
    • Political Science 343
  • Elective Courses: Complete an additional 6 crs. from the following:
    • Advertising, Multimedia Journalism, Public Relations 380
    • Anthropology 102, 122, 204, 206, 210, 272, 308, 318, 322, 326, 328, 330, 332, 336, 339, 348, 352, 360, 364, 376
    • Art 120, 209, 210, 310, 311, 313, 314, 315, 317, 318, 320, 321, 325
    • Communication 318, 413
    • Economics 101, 201, 202, 209, 309, 319, 320, 336, 386, 387, 388, 410, 420, 421
    • English 203, 210, 225, 227, 243, 283, 326, 351, 353, 356, 358, 362, 364, 365, 367, 395
    • Environmental Studies 243, 311, 315, 340, 355, 377, 386, 388
    • French 306, 308, 309, 315, 318, 321, 330, 331, 350, 401, 403, 405, 406 
    • Geography 102, 105, 107, 202, 213, 311, 318, 319, 331, 333, 338, 347, 353, 354, 377
    • German 306, 308, 313, 315, 318, 321, 323, 325, 327, 330, 350, 438, 445
    • Global Languages and Cultures 122, 124, 126, 220, 230
    • Global Religions 102, 110, 123, 203, 210, 221, 222, 240, 335, 337, 338, 339, 354, 358 361, 371, 372, 380, 381
    • History 101, 102, 103, 110, 302, 303, 304, 305, 306, 308, 310, 312, 313, 316, 318, 319, 322, 323, 329, 330, 331, 332, 333, 334, 340, 343, 344, 346, 347, 348, 349, 350, 351, 355, 359, 360, 370, 371, 372, 373, 374, 375, 376, 377, 378, 381, 382, 383, 384, 395, 397, 398, 412, 413
    • Hmong Studies 215, 230, 305
    • International Studies 205, 206, 227, 228, 308, 309, 312, 318, 321, 325, 331, 332, 333, 341, 353, 364, 375, 377, 396, 402, 403, 420, 446, 456
    • Japanese 211, 315
    • Military Science 304
    • Music 205, 207
    • Philosophy 211, 221, 223, 301, 305, 340
    • Political Science 101, 107, 111, 115, 301, 303, 308, 309, 311, 313, 315, 317, 322, 323, 336, 339, 343, 349, 352, 355, 373, 374, 376, 379, 383, 386, 388, 393
    • Social Justice 303, 313, 355, 386
    • Sociology 315, 347
    • Spanish 315, 318, 320, 325, 327, 332, 334, 335, 350, 351, 352, 362, 363, 364, 365, 375, 401, 404, 412, 420
    • Women’s and Gender Studies 204, 303, 333, 334, 346, 351

 

B. Asian Studies Emphasis 

  • Emphasis Courses: Complete 15 crs. from the following:
    • Anthropology 318, 326, 339
    • Art 317
    • Economics 319
    • Geography 347
    • Global Religions 221, 222, 240, 335, 337, 339, 354, 358
    • History 338, 348, 349, 351, 375, 376, 377, 378, 383
    • International Studies 227, 308, 309, 312, 341, 364, 402
    • Japanese 211, 331, 332
    • Philosophy 211, 221, 223
    • Political Science 311, 337, 338, 339
    • Women’s and Gender Studies 351
  • Elective Courses: Complete an additional 6 crs. from the list of Elective Courses in Section A.

 

C. European Studies Emphasis 

  • Emphasis Courses: Complete 15 crs. from the following:
    • Art 310, 311, 312, 313, 314, 315, 320, 321, 325
    • Economics 387, 388, 420, 421
    • English 210, 211, 212, 225, 351, 365
    • French 306, 309, 315, 318, 321, 330, 331, 350, 401, 403, 405
    • Geography 331, 338
    • German 306, 308, 314, 315, 318, 321, 323, 325, 327, 330, 350, 352, 353, 427, 432, 435, 438, 440, 445
    • Global Religions 210
    • History 101, 102, 103, 302, 303, 304, 305, 306, 308, 309, 310, 312, 315, 316, 318, 319, 322, 323, 329, 330, 331, 332, 333, 334, 338, 340, 343, 344, 350, 370, 371, 372, 373, 374, 389, 412
    • International Studies 331, 402
    • Military Science 305
    • Music 205, 207
    • Philosophy 301, 305
    • Political Science 301, 309, 317, 336
    • Spanish 315, 318, 332, 350, 362, 363, 401, 404, 412
    • Women’s and Gender Studies 334
  • Elective Courses: Complete an additional 6 crs. from the list of Elective Courses in Section A.

 

D. Latin American Studies Emphasis

  • Emphasis Courses: Complete 15 crs. from the following:
    • Anthropology 360
    • Geography 319
    • Global Languages and Cultures 230
    • History 321, 346, 347, 352 381, 382
    • International Studies 308, 309, 341, 420
    • Political Science 379, 383
    • Spanish 320, 325, 327, 334, 335, 351, 352, 364, 365, 375, 420
    • Women’s and Gender Studies 346
  • Elective Courses: Complete an additional 6 crs. from the list of Elective Courses in Section A.

 

Specialization Self-Designed Emphasis

A. Self-Designed International Studies Emphasis 

  • Emphasis Courses: Complete 15 crs. approved by the International Studies program.
  • Elective Courses: Complete an additional 6 crs. from the following:
    • Advertising, Multimedia Journalism, Public Relations 380
    • Anthropology 102, 122, 204, 206, 210, 272, 308, 318, 322, 326, 328, 330, 332, 336, 339, 348, 352, 360, 364, 376
    • Art 120, 209, 210, 310, 311, 313, 314, 315, 317, 318, 320, 321, 325
    • Communication 318, 413
    • Economics 101, 201, 202, 209, 309, 319, 320, 336, 386, 387, 388, 410, 420, 421
    • English 203, 210, 225, 227, 243, 283, 326, 351, 353, 356, 358, 362, 364, 365, 367, 395
    • Environmental Studies 243, 311, 315, 340, 355, 377, 386, 388
    • French 306, 308, 309, 315, 318, 321, 330, 331, 350, 401, 403, 405, 406 
    • Geography 102, 105, 107, 202, 213, 311, 318, 319, 331, 333, 338, 347, 353, 354, 377
    • German 306, 308, 313, 315, 318, 321, 323, 325, 327, 330, 350, 438, 445
    • Global Languages and Cultures 122, 124, 126, 220, 230
    • Global Religions 102, 110, 123, 203, 210, 221, 222, 240, 335, 337, 338, 339, 354, 358 361, 371, 372, 380, 381
    • History 101, 102, 103, 110, 302, 303, 304, 305, 306, 308, 310, 312, 313, 316, 318, 319, 322, 323, 329, 330, 331, 332, 333, 334, 340, 343, 344, 346, 347, 348, 349, 350, 351, 355, 359, 360, 370, 371, 372, 373, 374, 375, 376, 377, 378, 381, 382, 383, 384, 395, 397, 398, 412, 413
    • Hmong Studies 215, 230, 305
    • International Studies 205, 206, 227, 228, 308, 309, 312, 318, 321, 325, 331, 332, 333, 341, 353, 364, 375, 377, 396, 402, 403, 420, 446, 456
    • Japanese 211, 315
    • Military Science 304
    • Music 205, 207
    • Philosophy 211, 221, 223, 301, 305, 340
    • Political Science 101, 107, 111, 115, 301, 303, 308, 309, 311, 313, 315, 317, 322, 323, 336, 339, 343, 349, 352, 355, 373, 374, 376, 379, 383, 386, 388, 393
    • Social Justice 303, 313, 355, 386
    • Sociology 315, 347
    • Spanish 315, 318, 320, 325, 327, 332, 334, 335, 350, 351, 352, 362, 363, 364, 365, 375, 401, 404, 412, 420
    • Women’s and Gender Studies 204, 303, 333, 334, 346, 351

Comments: Students may find it advantageous to develop overlapping specializations by combining their chosen emphasis within the International Studies major with a minor in one of the Area Studies or in a participating discipline. Please see your International Studies advisor for more information.

 

The Minor(s)

1.  African Studies

Recommended for students who seek specialized knowledge of Africa to supplement their majors and to enhance their career opportunities.

  • Required Credit: 24 minimum
  • Required Courses:
    • International Studies 205
  • Other Requirements: Complete 21 additional credits from the following. Students must include one course each from any four of the following disciplines:
    • Anthropology 330, 332, 348, 352
    • Economics 319, 420, 421
    • English 358, 367
    • Geography 353, 354
    • Global Religions 240
    • History 359, 360, 383, 384
    • International Studies 227, 308, 309, 341, 353
    • Political Science 343
  • Electives: Additional courses beyond the minimum requirement may be taken from Course Lists 1 and 2.
    • Course List 1: 
      • International Studies 205, 206, 207, 227, 228, 250, 302, 308, 309, 312, 315, 321, 332, 333, 341, 351, 364, 396, 402, 403, 420, 446, 456, 474
    • Course List 2:
      • Anthropology 102, 122, 150, 204, 206, 272, 318, 322, 325, 326, 328, 330, 332, 336, 339, 348, 352, 360
      • Art 209, 210, 310, 311, 312, 313, 314, 315, 317, 320, 321, 325
      • Communication 337, 427
      • Economics 201, 202, 208, 209, 319, 336, 420
      • English 210, 211, 212, 225, 227, 326, 351, 365, 367
      • Environmental Studies 311, 315, 340, 355, 386
      • French 306, 309, 315, 318, 321, 330, 331, 350, 401, 403, 405, 406
      • Geography 102, 202, 213, 311, 318, 319, 331, 338, 347, 353, 354, 421
      • German 306, 315, 318, 321, 327, 330, 350, 438, 440, 445
      • Global Languages and Cultures 230
      • Global Religions 102, 210, 221, 222, 240, 335, 337, 338, 339, 354, 361, 371, 372, 380, 381
      • History 101, 102, 103, 110, 302, 303, 304, 305, 308, 309, 310, 316, 318, 319, 322, 323, 329, 330, 331, 332, 333, 334, 338, 348, 349, 351, 352, 355, 366, 370, 371, 372, 373, 374, 375, 376, 377, 378, 381, 382, 383, 384, 389, 412
      • International Studies 318, 331, 353
      • Japanese 204, 331, 332
      • Marketing 375
      • Military Science 304, 305
      • Music 202, 205, 207
      • Philosophy 211, 221, 223, 301, 305, 340
      • Political Science 101, 107, 111, 115, 301, 308, 309, 311, 313, 315, 317, 322, 323, 336, 337, 338, 339, 349, 352, 355, 376, 379, 383, 386, 393
      • Public Administration 390
      • Social Justice 313, 355, 386, 427
      • Sociology 315
      • Spanish 314, 315, 318, 320, 325, 327, 332, 334, 335, 350, 351, 352, 362, 363, 365, 375, 401, 412, 420
      • Women and Gender Studies 334, 351

Comment: Courses which satisfy the credit requirements of this minor also count toward an International Studies major, enabling students to combine the two into a package of complementing specializations.
French is the recommended foreign language for this minor.

2.  Asian Studies

Recommended for students who wish to acquire a competence in Asian affairs and culture to supplement their majors and enable careers related to this area.

  • Required Credits: 24 minimum
  • Required Courses:
    • International Studies 205
  • Other Requirements: Complete 21 additional credits from the following. Of these 21 credits: 12 must be upper division credits from three of the disciplines specified below:
    • Anthropology 318, 326, 339
    • Art 317
    • Economics 319
    • Geography 347
    • Global Religions 335, 337, 339, 354
    • History 338, 375, 376, 377, 378, 383
    • International Studies 308, 309, 312
    • Japanese 211, 331, 332
    • Political Science 311, 339
  • Electives: Additional courses beyond the minimum requirement may be taken from the courses above or from Course List 1 and 2.
  • Students enrolled in the Asian Studies minor are encouraged to study the Japanese language. Asian Studies minors may count Japanese 211 in their Asian Studies Minor.

Comment: Courses which satisfy the credit requirements of this minor also count toward an International Studies major, enabling students to combine the two into a package of complementing specializations.

3.  European Studies

Recommended for students who wish to acquire a specialized knowledge of European affairs and culture to supplement their majors and to prepare for careers related to this area.

  • Required Credits: 24 minimum
  • Required Courses:
    • International Studies 205
  • Other Requirements: Complete 21 additional credits from the following:
    • Art 310, 311, 312, 313, 314, 315, 320, 321, 325
    • Economics 387, 388, 420, 421
    • English 210, 211, 212, 225, 351, 365
    • French 306, 309, 315, 318, 321, 330, 331, 350, 401, 403, 405
    • Geography 331, 338
    • German 306, 308, 314, 315, 318, 321, 323, 325, 327, 330, 350, 352, 353, 427, 432, 435, 438, 440, 445
    • Global Religions 210
    • History 101, 102, 103, 302, 303, 304, 305, 306, 308, 309, 310, 312, 315, 316, 318, 319, 322, 323, 329, 330, 331, 332, 333, 334, 338, 340, 343, 344, 350, 370, 371, 372, 373, 374, 389, 412
    • International Studies 331, 402
    • Military Science 305
    • Music 205, 207
    • Philosophy 301, 305
    • Political Science 301, 309, 317, 336
    • Spanish 315, 318, 332, 350, 362, 363, 401, 404, 412
    • Women’s and Gender Studies 334
  • Electives: Additional courses beyond the minimum requirement may be taken from Course Lists 1 and 2.

Comment: Courses which satisfy the credit requirements of this minor also count toward an International Studies major, enabling students to combine the two into a package of complementing specializations.

4.  Latin American Studies

Recommended for students who wish to acquire a specialized knowledge of Latin American affairs and culture to supplement their majors and to prepare for careers related to this area, or for a teaching license in this field.

  • Required Credits: 24 minimum
  • Required Courses:
    • International Studies 205
  • Other Requirements: Complete 21 additional credits from the following. Students must include one course each from any four of the following disciplines:
    • Anthropology 360
    • Geography 319
    • Global Languages and Cultures 230
    • Global Religions 380
    • History 347, 352, 381, 382
    • International Studies 308, 309, 321, 420
    • Political Science 379, 383
    • Spanish 320, 325, 327, 334, 335, 362, 363, 364, 365, 375, 420
  • Electives: Additional courses beyond the minimum requirement may be taken from Course Lists 1 and 2.

Comment: Courses which satisfy the credit requirements of this minor also count toward an International Studies major, enabling students to combine the two into a package of complementing specializations. Students are strongly advised to include at least two years of Spanish in their studies.

5.  International Studies

  • Required Credits: 21 minimum
  • Required Courses:
    • International Studies 205
    • Two courses from the following:
      • Geography 102 or 107
      • History 102
      • Political Science 101
      • Global Religions 102
  • Electives: Complete an additional 12 credits from the following:
    • Advertising, Multimedia Journalism, Public Relations 380
    • Anthropology 102, 122, 204, 206, 210, 272, 308, 318, 322, 326, 328, 330, 332, 336, 339, 348, 352, 360, 364, 376
    • Art 120, 209, 210, 310, 311, 313, 314, 315, 317, 318, 320, 321, 325
    • Communication 318, 413
    • Economics 101, 201, 202, 209, 309, 319, 320, 336, 386, 387, 388, 410, 420, 421
    • English 203, 210, 225, 227, 243, 283, 326, 351, 353, 356, 358, 362, 364, 365, 367, 395
    • Environmental Studies 243, 311, 315, 340, 355, 377, 386, 388
    • French 306, 308, 309, 315, 318, 321, 330, 331, 350, 401, 403, 405, 406 
    • Geography 102, 105, 107, 202, 213, 311, 318, 319, 331, 333, 338, 347, 353, 354, 377
    • German 306, 308, 313, 315, 318, 321, 323, 325, 327, 330, 350, 438, 445
    • Global Languages and Cultures 122, 124, 126, 220, 230
    • Global Religions 102, 110, 123, 203, 210, 221, 222, 240, 335, 337, 338, 339, 354, 358 361, 371, 372, 380, 381
    • History 101, 102, 103, 110, 302, 303, 304, 305, 306, 308, 310, 312, 313, 316, 318, 319, 322, 323, 329, 330, 331, 332, 333, 334, 340, 343, 344, 346, 347, 348, 349, 350, 351, 355, 359, 360, 370, 371, 372, 373, 374, 375, 376, 377, 378, 381, 382, 383, 384, 395, 397, 398, 412, 413
    • Hmong Studies 215, 230, 305
    • International Studies 205, 206, 227, 228, 308, 309, 312, 318, 321, 325, 331, 332, 333, 341, 353, 364, 375, 377, 396, 402, 403, 420, 446, 456
    • Japanese 211, 315
    • Military Science 304
    • Music 205, 207
    • Philosophy 211, 221, 223, 301, 305, 340
    • Political Science 101, 107, 111, 115, 301, 303, 308, 309, 311, 313, 315, 317, 322, 323, 336, 339, 343, 349, 352, 355, 373, 374, 376, 379, 383, 386, 388, 393
    • Social Justice 303, 313, 355, 386
    • Sociology 315, 347
    • Spanish 315, 318, 320, 325, 327, 332, 334, 335, 350, 351, 352, 362, 363, 364, 365, 375, 401, 404, 412, 420
    • Women’s and Gender Studies 204, 303, 333, 334, 346, 351

Comment: Courses must be completed from from a minimum of five disciplines (including International Studies).

The Certificate(s)

1.  Global Scholar

Self-directed global learning pathway for students who wish to distinguish themselves as having invested in the global and cultural knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to navigate a complicated and interdependent world by taking designated Global Scholar courses and engaging in and reflecting upon a global experience.

  • Required Credit: 12 minimum
  • Required Courses:
    • 3-credit Global Citizenship (GC) course (part of USP/included in the 12 required credits)
    • 9 credits of Global Scholar (GS) courses at the 300/400 level, in at least two different departments (included in the 12 required credits)
      • Note: Students may substitute 3 credits of additional GC designated foreign language for a 3 credit GS course.
    • IS 490 Global Scholar epresentation (0 credits)

 

Course Offerings

International Studies    205

3 (crs.)

Contemporary International Issues (XS)(GC)

This course provides an interdisciplinary introduction to the basics of the functioning of the international system and some of the factors involved in international affairs and diplomatic relations between the world’s nations. The course will introduce students to the various regions and cultures of the world, and the difference between industrialized and developing nations, as well as the many categories used in comparing nations in Europe, Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East. The course will use current issues and case studies from each of the world’s regions to introduce the concepts of globalization, interdependence, and global inequality.

 

 

International Studies    227

0 – 1 (crs.)

Model United Nations

Study of and practical experience in the techniques of international and global diplomacy, utilizing role playing to provide direct experience. The course will focus on the methods by which international diplomacy is conducted, with particular emphasis on multilateral settings in international organizations. Prerequisite: (Choose 1) INTRNTL 205 or GEOG 102 or POLI SCI 115; or instructor consent.

 

 

International Studies    228

3 (crs.)

Honors: Practicum in Diplomatic Practice

Study of and practical experience in the techniques of international and global diplomacy, utilizing role playing to provide direct experience. The course will focus on the methods by which international diplomacy is conducted, with particular emphasis on multilateral settings in international organizations. Prerequisite: INTRNTL 205 and either GEOG 102 or POLI SCI 115, and instructor consent.

 

 

International Studies    250

1 – 3 (crs.)

Special Topics

Selected topics in International Studies.

 

 

International Studies    302

3 (crs.)

United States National Security Policy

Military, economic, and political aspects of national security. NATO and other alliances; military aid; arms control; the military-industrial complex; politics of the defense budget.

 

 

International Studies    308

3 (crs.)

Revolution and Development (GS)

Analysis of socio-cultural diversity, economic underdevelopment, and political instability as problems in nation-building in Asia, Latin America, and Africa. Formulation of strategies to promote national integration and development. Case studies and role playing. Prerequisites: INTRNTL 205 and ECON 201 or instructor consent. 308/508

 

 

International Studies    309

3 (crs.)

Honors: Revolution and Development (GS)

Analysis of socio-cultural diversity, economic underdevelopment, and political instability as problems in nation-building in Asia, Latin America, and Africa. Formulation of strategies to promote national integration and development. Case studies and role playing. Prerequisite: INTRNTL 205 and ECON 204, or instructor consent. 308/508

 

 

International Studies    318

3 (crs.)

Political Geography

An examination of the political factors which influence geographic distributions. Topics considered in this course will include the political organization of space, territory and boundary problems, political conflict and its resolution, problems in the location of public facilities and spatial aspects of voting behavior. Cross-listed: GEOG 318/INTRNTL 318.

 

 

International Studies    321

3 (crs.)

Central American Culture

Contemporary Central American culture with emphasis on political, social, economic, and religious development, popular and personal attitudes, methods of business, leisure activities, and the arts. Regional and individual country approach.

 

 

International Studies    325

3 (crs.)

Contemporary Forced Displacement

This course provides a broad, interdisciplinary introduction to the fields of refugee/forced displacement studies and critical refugee studies. Grounded in an investigation of the relationship between globalization and forced displacement, with particular emphasis on the differential experiences of the displaced around the world, this course provides students with deeper understanding of the complexity of forced displacement in terms of legal, socio-economic, political, and cultural aspects. In addition to exploring the causes of displacement, students will reflect on the roles that local and national governments, non-government organizations, and the international community play in addressing problems faced by refugees, internally displaced persons, and stateless individuals, especially in terms of relief assistance and humanitarian services. Cases from various parts of the world will be utilized as tools for learning.

 

 

International Studies    331

3 (crs.)

Europe (GS)

A topical analysis of Europe emphasizing the distribution and interrelation of major physical and human features, including landforms, climate, vegetation and soils, population, language, religion, economic activities, settlement patterns, and political organization. Cross-listed: GEOG 331/INTRNTL 331.

 

 

International Studies    332

1 – 4 (crs.)

Study Tour

Study tours, including travel to various regions of the globe, directed and led by faculty members of the International Studies Program, to provide students with direct contact with other cultures and societies. Includes background readings, field lectures, and reporting by the student as specified by the instructor in each case. Information on specific trips, fees, transportation, and trip expenses will be announced each time the course is scheduled.

 

 

International Studies    333

1 – 3 (crs.)

Study Tour

Study tours, including travel to various regions of the globe, directed and led by faculty members of the International Studies Program, to provide students with direct contact with other cultures and societies. Includes background readings, field lectures, and reporting by the student as specified by the instructor in each case. Information on specific trips, fees, transportation, and trip expenses will be announced each time the course is scheduled.

 

 

International Studies    341

3 (crs.)

Multinational Corporations in the International System

A study of the role of multinational corporations in the modern world economy, their operating methods, and the effect of these corporations on home and host countries. Particular emphasis will be placed on the role playing to provide practical experiences. Prerequisite: (Choose 1) INTRNTL 205, ECON 204, or POLI SCI 101, or instructor consent. 341/541

 

 

International Studies    351

1 – 3 (crs.)

Special Topics

Selected topics in International Studies.

 

 

International Studies    353

3 (crs.)

Sub-Saharan Africa (GS)

An analysis of the distribution and interrelation of the physical and cultural characteristics of sub-Saharan Africa. Includes the study of the development, present conditions, and problems of particular regions and countries. Cross-listed: GEOG 353/INTRNTL 353.

 

 

International Studies    364

3 (crs.)

International Negotiation (GS)

A study of the techniques and procedures of international negotiation, stressing the methods utilized by professional diplomats and international civil servants to seek agreements regarding disputes between nations. Case studies from Africa and Asia will be employed to illustrate bilateral and multilateral negotiations, considering the effect of culture and tradition on the methods of diplomacy. This requires successful participation in simulation exercises as well as background from prior learning in other courses giving credit in the International Studies Major. Prerequisite: INTRNTL 205 and instructor consent.

 

 

International Studies    375

3 (crs.)

Sustainable Development in the Global South

This course focuses on the complex links between development and sustainability in the Global South, with a focus on African perspectives and experiences. We will begin by laying the groundwork to understand the historical and contemporary forces that have shaped the Global South. We will also examine dominant and critical perspectives on sustainable development. Our discussions will be framed by the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and their operationalization in the Global South, including examination of the successes and failures of the SDG approach.

 

 

International Studies    396

1 – 6 (crs.)

Internship in International Studies

An individually arranged internship that enables students to gain practical experience working with government agencies, private groups, organizations, or businesses involved in international affairs or transactions. These experiences are intended for advanced students with extensive course work relating to International Studies. Students will prepare papers based on their experiences as well as being evaluated by their supervisors at the appropriate agency. Consult the coordinator for further information. Prerequisite: INTRNTL 205 and at least 12 credits of 300 or 400 level courses from International Studies course List 2 or permission of coordinator of International Studies.

 

 

International Studies    402

3 (crs.)

Senior Seminar in International Studies

A capstone International Studies senior seminar intended to be taken as the final step in completion of the major or minor, using the study of selected topics from the field of International Studies. Students are expected to utilize their knowledge of the several disciplines that comprise the International Studies major, based on the previous courses they have completed within these disciplines. Prerequisite: INTRNTL 205 and at least 12 credits of 300 or 400 level courses from International Studies Course List 2 or permission of coordinator of International Studies.

 

 

International Studies    403

3 (crs.)

Honors: Senior Seminar in International Studies

A capstone International Studies senior seminar intended to be taken as the final step in completion of the major or minor, using the study of selected topics from the field of International Studies. Students are expected to utilize their knowledge of the several disciplines that comprise the International Studies major, based on the previous courses they have completed within these disciplines. Prerequisites: A student in good standing in the University Honors Program. INTRNTL 205 and 12 credits of 300 or 400 level courses from International Studies Course List 2, including courses from at least two disciplines from that list, or permission of the coordinator of International Studies.

 

 

International Studies    420

3 (crs.)

Seminar in Latin American Studies

Seminar on Latin America, drawing upon the various disciplines of the social sciences, and stressing the role of each field in developing a total picture of Latin America. Prerequisite: Nine credits of Latin American Studies courses or instructor consent.

 

 

International Studies    446

1 – 3 (crs.)

Independent Study

See Independent Study under Course and Academic Advisement Policies information for general course description, general prerequisites, and proper contract form requirements.

 

 

International Studies    456

1 – 3 (crs.)

Related Readings

See Related Readings under Course and Academic Advisement Policies information for general course description, general prerequisites, and proper contract form requirements.

 

 

International Studies    474

3 – 6 (crs.)

Honors Thesis

The Honors Thesis is one of two options offered to Honors students to meet the senior capstone requirement of The Honors College. Students who choose the thesis engage in research as an independent study over two semesters (fall/spring or spring/fall) with the support of a faculty advisor. They decide on a topic in their major or minor, address recent scholarship, develop a prospectus, and produce substantial work (e.g., a written thesis, scientific experiment or research project, or creative arts exhibit or production). At the end of the term in which the capstone is completed, students give presentations at the Honors Thesis Symposia. Credits are applied to the respective programs. Prerequisites: In good standing with The Honors College, prior enrollment in HNRS 175Q and HNRS 275Q, and senior status.

 

 

International Studies    490

0 (crs.)

Global Scholar ePresentation

Registration in this course is required for students to complete the Global Experience portion of their Global Scholar Certificate.