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International Relations

  • Bachelor of Arts
  • Erie, Pennsylvania

Learn to Navigate an Interconnected World with an International Relations Degree from Gannon University

Gannon University’s international relations program is grounded in the study of global languages and cultures, history, legal studies, political science and global business. You’ll develop the knowledge and skills to understand contemporary international affairs, thrive in a global environment and prepare for careers in international fields or advanced academic and professional study.

  • Enjoy a curriculum that is tailored to your individual interests and career goals.
  • Gain valuable paid internship experience while building global professional networks.
  • Prepare and execute the Model United Nations Conference, one of the oldest programs in the country.

Learn to Lead the Way in International Relations

  • Analyze the historical roots of the world’s contemporary global challenges.
  • Develop critical thinking, research, communication and problem-solving skills through the analysis of world affairs.
  • Projects and coursework immerse you in the history, culture, language, politics and economics of major world regions.
  • Understand a broad range of international topics while developing a proficiency in a chosen foreign language.

Experience an Exceptional Learning Environment

  • Travel to France or Rome as study abroad programs or participate in an archaeological dig or meet refugees resettled in Erie.
  • Attend the Jefferson Educational Society Global Summit to hear from and network with national and internationally recognized speakers.
  • Build professional experience through internships with The Washington Center, gaining hands-on experience
    in government, international affairs, policy and global organizations or with companies engaged in global commerce, international trade and cross-border business operations.

Inspire your Academic Success

Explore today’s most pressing global challenges through International Relations courses including:

  • International Relations: Examine how nations, international organizations and global actors interact to address political, economic and security challenges and issues that shape relations among countries in an interconnected world.
  • Regional Area Courses: Students gain deep regional expertise through courses exploring the history, politics, culture and international relations of the major continetal regions and cultural regions including Asia, Latin America, North Africa and the Middle East.
  • Global Issues: Examine global issues and challenges withcourses on conflicts, environment, migration, genocide andbusiness through an interdisciplinary international relations lens.

Achieve the Possibilities

名媛直播’s international relations degree will equip you to build professional skills and global expertise and prepare you with the confidence needed for your post-graduate career. Through an array of opportunities you can:

  • Secure internship placements in the government and nonprofit sector in Washington, D.C., New York City and London through the Washington Center.
  • Build a foundation for further graduate study in the field.
  • Secure highly-sought after careers in the Peace Corps, state department, not-for-profit organizations and international development.
  • Pursue careers in global strategy, international business development, supply chain management, international partnerships and cross-cultural communications.

Student Learning Outcomes

Public Service and Global Affairs

Degree: Undergraduate | Bachelor of Arts
College: College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences

Our Faculty Experts

Peter Agresti

Associate Teaching Professor
History Program

Program Director, Pre Law
Legal Studies

University Ombudsperson
President's Office

Jeffrey Bloodworth

Professor
History Program

Program Director
Public Service & Global Affair

Professor
Honors Program

Alexandra Holbrook

Assistant Teaching Professor
History Program

Mark Jubulis

Associate Professor
Political Science Program

Program Director
Political Science Program

Martha Kosir

Professor
Global Language and Cultures

Chair, Academic Affairs Comm
Academic Affairs

Professor
Honors Program

Suzanne Richard

Professor
History Program

Dir. Archeological Research
History Program

Anjali Sahay

Associate Professor
Political Science Program

Fulbright Advisor
Global Language and Cultures

Director, School of Public Ser
Public Service & Global Affair

John Vohlidka

Associate Professor
History Program

Mengzhong Zhang

Professor
Master of Public Admin

Cooney-Jackman Endw
Academic Affairs

Program Director, MPA
Master of Public Admin

Brenda Abreu-Baker

Adjunct Faculty
Global Language and Cultures

Bernadette Agresti

Adjunct Faculty
Legal Studies

Adjunct Faculty
Public Service & Global Affair

Andrea Amicangelo

Adjunct Faculty
Legal Studies

Adam Bratton

Adjunct Faculty
Master of Public Admin

Linda Brown

Adjunct Faculty
Global Language and Cultures

Carmine Camillo

Adjunct Faculty
Master of Public Admin

Diane Chido

Adjunct Faculty
Political Science Program

Amanda Frantz Mamani

Adjunct Faculty
Global Language and Cultures

Michael Graml

Adjunct Faculty
Legal Studies

Alexandria Iwanenko

Adjunct Faculty
Legal Studies

Brian Krowicki

Adjunct Faculty
Legal Studies

Carlos Mamani

Adjunct Faculty
Global Language and Cultures

Amy Murdock

Adjunct Faculty
Public Service & Global Affair

Jeanette Redenius Natalie

Adjunct Faculty
Master of Public Admin

Nora Schillinger

Adjunct Faculty
History Program

Sheila Sterrett

Adjunct Faculty
Master of Public Admin

Seth Trott

Adjunct Faculty
Legal Studies

Daniela Vassileva

Adjunct Faculty
Global Language and Cultures