We need only turn to the day's news to see how closely our lives are connected to developments throughout the world. The International Relations major offers Cornell students an interdisciplinary approach to this significant field.
By combining courses in history, politics, and economics and business with the study of a modern foreign language, students complement their theoretical knowledge with the tools for its practical application. Students are strongly urged to study outside the United States, and are supported by the Office of International and Off-campus Studies . International internships and fellowships are also supported by the Berry Center for Economics, Business, and Public Policy and the Cornell Fellows Program, respectively.
Seven of the required ten courses for a major in international relations are offered in the departments of Politics and History. Politics courses are taught by Professor Aparna Thomas who offers courses on gender and economic development. History courses are taught by professor Robert Givens whose particular interest is modern Russian history. He also offer courses on the history of diplomacy and warfare.
Past International Relations graduates have pursued careers in business and government service. Others pursue graduate studies in law, international relations, history, and politics. Since the inception of the program in 1983, several graduates have been appointed officers of the US Foreign Service. |
