College of Intercultural Studies

From the Desk of the Dean…

The College of Intercultural Studies (CICS) equips and connects students for effective life, work, and ministry in a culturally diverse world. We prepare students for tomorrow’s challenges and opportunities in marketplace, ministry, and mission endeavors. Picture of Dr. Smither

Our undergraduate programs build a foundation for understanding cultures and worldviews. Students learn to identify distinct cultures and their inherent barriers and bridges for cross-cultural relationships. In the process, they become acutely aware of their own culture. CICS students participate in field-based internships. The following programs prepare students for a variety of career and ministry tracks:

Intercultural Studies major and minor
International Community Development major and minor
Disaster Relief and Management minor
Teaching English as a Foreign Language minor
World Religions minor

Our graduate programs provide experienced practitioners the opportunity for self-assessment and re-tooling while new ICS students learn “cutting edge” principles and practices of international and crosscultural work. Internships seek to connect students with the next step in their career or ministry journey.

Graduate Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Graduate Certificate in Intercultural Studies
Graduate Certificate in Muslim Studies
Masters of Arts in Intercultural Studies
Masters of Arts in Muslim Studies
Masters of Arts in Teaching English as a Foreign Language/Intercultural Studies
Doctor of Philosophy (Intercultural Studies)

International businesses and non-profit organizations are looking for culturally intelligent graduates who understand and navigate the critical paths of our multi-cultural world while they maintain and model a high caliber of character and integrity. The College of Intercultural Studies prepares such students for global engagement tomorrow.

Looking forward,

Ed Smither, Ph.D.
Dean of the College of Intercultural Studies