该重点领域将通过跨学科的课程组合，包括区域重点，对国际问题产生广泛的了解。需要外语学习。学生将选择四个区域集中度之一。这个重点领域促进分析，研究，写作和语言技能的发展，这些都是批判性思考和反思当代国际问题所必需的。
This emphasis area will develop a broad understanding of international issues through an interdisciplinary combination of courses that includes a regional focus. Foreign language study is required. Students will choose one of four regional concentrations. This emphasis area promotes the development of analytical, research, writing and language skills that are necessary to think critically and reflect upon contemporary international issues.