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About the Program
The International Studies major provides a practical and theoretical international relations framework within which to examine the multiple international and intercultural dimensions of the contemporary world. Drawing upon the social sciences, the study of languages and cultures, the humanities and environmental sciences, the major also explores and compares the political, environmental, philosophical, cultural and economic aspects of our interdependent world. Specific regional paradigms for Asia, Africa, Europe, Latin America and the Middle East offer students the opportunity to specialize in their international studies. A semester of study abroad is required in order to provide students with overseas opportunities to examine global issues. A minimum cumulative St. Norbert College GPA of 2.5 is required for study abroad although individual programs may have a higher GPA requirement.
The international studies major is designed for the student who is interested in government service, international law, international and regional non-governmental organizations and various international and service organizations and programs. It also prepares students for graduate study in a variety of international fields.
Language and Area Studies
All International Studies majors are required to choose one language and area studies emphasis from the options depicted on the map below. Students study abroad for a minimal of one semester in their language and area studies region. The only exception to this rule are international students who are given an option of choosing the North American emphasis given that they are already studying abroad. However, they, too, are encouraged to pick an area of their interest and take advantage of St. Norbert College's comprehensive study abroad program.
For more information on Language and Area Studies please click on the map. And for more information on Study Abroad options and programs, please click here.
Why study international studies?
A major in international studies prepares students to thrive as individuals, prosper as professionals and participate as citizens in the global community of the 21st Century. This requires increasing their awareness of how global forces will shape their lives and their communities.
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International Studies Brochure
Be a part of the
United Nations Seminar
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Join us for a Semester in Washington, D.C.
What Others Say about International Studies?
Adi Redzic '09, International Studies & Political Science double-major "International Studies is the program that provides us—the future leaders of tomorrow—with tools and knowledge that will help us face the challenges of interconnected, global world where borders are fluid, political alliances weak, and the old-way of doing thing-nonexistent."
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