国际研究计划解决安全，发展，族裔冲突和人权等全球问题，以及与环境和自然资源有关的问题。国际研究课程可培养语言和跨文化技能的发展，帮助学生加深对全球问题和情况的理解，并扩大每位学生就复杂的国际和全球问题做出明智判断的能力。凭借其理论模型和实际应用，国际研究是一个令人兴奋且高度相关的跨学科专业。该系拥有各种教职员工，他们都具有广泛的国际经验，并且高度致力于教学和研究。学生有机会参加国际经验或与国际研究有关的实习，以加强其国际教育。
The international studies program addresses the global problems of security, development, ethnic conflict, and human rights, as well as problems relating to the environment and natural resources. With its theoretical models and real-world applications, international studies is an exciting and highly relevant interdisciplinary major. The department is home to diverse faculty members who all have a wide range of international experiences and who are highly committed to both teaching and research. Courses in international studies cultivate the development of language and intercultural skills, help students develop an understanding of global problems and circumstances, and expands each student’s capacity to make informed judgments regarding complex international and global issues.Student have the opportunity to enhance their international education by participating in an international experience or an internship relevant to international studies.To receive this degree, students must gain proficiency in one or more foreign languages.