International Studies encourages its students to think both globally and across disciplines as they seek to understand the dynamics of a global society. The vitality behind this program comes from experienced faculty members with expertise in various academic subjects. During their program, both majors and minors can explore a variety of topics and research methodologies. In addition to providing students with the knowledge, research experience, and analytic skills in a cooperative and interdisciplinary learning environment, the program also provides the intellectual foundations required in the global job market and for admission to graduate school. Proficiency must be demonstrated in a foreign language equivalent to a two-year course of study. More advanced study of a foreign language is strongly encouraged. Students must gain international experience through a study program abroad or an international internship.
The Fredonia Difference
The advantages of the SUNY Fredonia program include many opportunities for student research, learn from faculty with international experiences, study global issues, join several campus student groups, and explore a variety of career choices.
