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Understanding the forces that shape our world today is essential for solving tomorrow's challenges.
Department Chair:
Thomas Badey, PhD
Phone: 804-752-7233
E-mail: tbadey@rmc.edu
International Studies
As an international studies major, you'll develop a deeper understanding of the interrelationships between cultural, political, economic and social systems—essential knowledge for building a successful future in our increasingly interconnected global community.
Major choice: The international studies major is an interdisciplinary program; you'll begin with a group of core courses then choose a concentration either in Culture & Society, with an emphasis in one global region, or International Relations with an emphasis either in political science or economics/business.
Internships and study abroad: All international studies majors complete a travel abroad or study abroad experience. Maggie Smith '10 completed an internship in the conservation department of the Norwegian Folk Museum in Oslo, Norway. Katie Monaco and Susan Frantz, both class of '08, spent a summer attending classes at the University of Marburg in Germany, in a program with students from 21 different countries.
Careers: Whether at home or abroad, graduates of R-MC's international studies program can be found in many different fields, including law, finance, education and business. Coleman Adams '04 is an assistant commonwealth's attorney for the state of Virginia. Brendan Toone '06 is an investment advistor at MetLife. Jennifer Sabine '94 is the managing director of the Paris, France division of the International Institute for Learning, and notes, "I am doing what I hoped to do when I majored in French and International Studies—to be a bridge between cultures."
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Kate Savage '09 graduated directly into the fast-paced world of politics, working as organizational director for the successful campaign to elect Virginia's lieutenant governor. Now a fund-raising consultant, Kate says that her R-MC experience provided her the education, experience and networking opportunities that allowed her to take on the challenges of her work. "The education you gain at Randolph-Macon, both inside and outside of the college, is unlike at any other institution," Kate says. "The faculty and staff push you to achieve your best while providing you the guidance and support you need to succeed."
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