International Studies
About the B.A. in International Studies
- Preparation for careers in business, government, international organizations, social work, counseling, journalism, law, religion, non-profit agencies
- Preparation for graduate school
- Advanced study in the language and culture of another country
- Semester abroad requirement
- Opportunities to study abroad at some of the top universities in the world
One of the distinguishing characteristics of Arcadia University is its commitment to internationalization. Arcadia believes that students who learn firsthand about the interconnections among the peoples of the world will be truly prepared for life in a rapidly changing global society. An important component of Arcadia’s global perspective is the many international courses and experiences available through the International Studies major.
The Bachelor of Arts in International Studies, which is housed within the Department of History and International Studies, is an interdisciplinary major, focusing on global issues, including both regional and thematic concentrations. All International Studies majors study abroad for at least one semester as well as develop competence in a language other than English. Students are able to work in close contact with faculty with expertise in a number of different disciplines, including History, English, Sociology, Anthropology and Criminal Justice, Political Science, Economics, and Modern Languages.
Graduates may pursue careers in business, government, international organizations, social work, counseling, journalism, law, religion, or community service and non-profit agencies. This program also prepares students for graduate school.
The International Studies program also offers minors in International Studies and Global Public Health.
Study Abroad
Study abroad is a required part of the International Studies major. All majors study abroad for one semester in a location related to their concentration, and many majors choose to study abroad more than once. Drawing upon the strength of Arcadia's College of Global Studies (formerly The Center for Education Abroad), International Studies majors have the opportunity to study at universities around the world including in Australia, Great Britain, Greece, Italy, South Africa, and Spain, as well as other locations.
Faculty
- Professors: Dr. Pradyumna Chauhan (English), Dr. Jeff Shultz (Education)
- Associate Professors: Dr. Jonathan Church (Anthropology), Dr. Andrea Crivelli-Kovach (Community Health), Dr. Geoff Haywood (History), Dr. Wayne Morra (Economics), Dr. Rodolfo Schweizer (Modern Languages), Dr. Ellen Skilton-Sylvester (Education), Dr. Robert Thompson (Political Science)
- Assistant Professors: Dr. Brett Ange (Community Health), Dr. Warren Haffar (International Peace and Conflict Resolution), Dr. Angela Kachuyevski (International Peace and Conflict Resolution), Dr. Joanne Lucena (Modern Languages), Dr. Jose Marrero (Modern Languages), Dr. Jennifer Riggan (International Studies), Dr. Peter Siskind (History)
- Adjunct Faculty: Dr. Leland Bowie (History), Dr. John Luetzow (Religion), Dan Moscovici (International Studies), Alex Otieno (Sociology)
