Fall 2024 International Studies Courses
Pathways Courses
A&S 161 International Village, Then and Now
A-H 105 1 World Art Before 1400
A-H 106 Renaissance to Modern Art
AAS 100 Introduction to African Studies
ANT 160 Cultural Diversity in the Modern World
ANT 225 Culture, Environment, and Global Issues
CLA 135 Greek and Roman Mythology
CLA 191 Christianity, Culture and Society
ENG 142 Global Shakespeare
ENG 171 Global Literatures in English
GEO 135 Global Climate Change
GEO 161 Global Inequalities
CONFLICT-INDUCED DISPLACEMENT SYMPOSIUM
In honor of International Education Week, the UK International Studies Program, and the UK International Center are proud to host a symposium on Conflict-Induced Displacements.
The goal of this symposium is to highlight the stories and experiences of Kentucky-based refugees in order to increase awareness of the effects of wars and conflicts in different parts of the world.
Keynote Speaker: Joseph Dudi Miabok, Co-Founder of Elimisha Kakuma https://www.elimishakakuma.org/
Panelists:
- Inna Pryimak - Ukrainian - UK Employee
- Miriam Al Kharait- Syrian - UK Student
- Becky Jordan - KY Refugee Office
- Husna Ahmadi - Afghan - UK Student
Moderator: Emily Jones - KRM Attorney
Coffee and light refreshments will be provided.
USP-Diplomacy
UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS PROGRAM
Model United Nations
A simulation of the UN General Assembly and its other multilateral bodies where students perform an ambassador role while debating topics such as gender equality, climate action, global health, and more. The goal of this organization is to further students’ understanding about the United Nations and help them to develop important skills such as professionalism, public speaking, diplomacy, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
Events
CONFLICT-INDUCED DISPLACEMENT SYMPOSIUM
Friday, 11/17/2023 9:00 am - 12pm
Location: Office of China Initiatives- Located in the bottom floor of the Lucille Little Fine Arts Library
Speaker(s) / Presenter(s): Joseph Dudi Miabok
In honor of International Education Week, the UK International Studies Program, and the UK International Center are proud to host a symposium on Conflict-Induced Displacements.
Where Can International Studies Take Me?
As undergraduate majors in International Studies, students develop transferable skills sought by a wide range of employers. These skills include: interdisciplinary knowledge of global regions and cultures, foreign language ability, analytic skills, as well as research, writing, and problem solving. International Studies majors find employment in businesses, government agencies, nonprofits, consulting firms, and the educational sector. International Studies majors have found employment in the US and in a variety of locations all around the world.
Post-Doctoral
Winter 2023 International Studies Courses
Pathways
GEO 172—Human Geography
HIS 121—War and Society 1914-1945
PS 210—Introduction to Comparative Politics
PS 230—Introduction to International Relations
Arts & Culture
Comparative Politics & Societies
Global Development
GEO 261—Global Dynamics of Health & Disease
HHS 470—International Experience in Health Science
CPH 551—Comparative Health Systems
Africa & The Middle East