INTERNATIONAL STUDIES - Xavier University

The International Studies program presents two awards to outstandingstudents each year:u The Frank McVay Award: Presented to the student completing theinternational studies major with highest distinction.u The John A. Wiethe Award: Presented to an upper class student majoring ininternational studies and demonstrating academic excellence and promise asa graduate student.The Conaton Learning Commons, opened in 2010, is the heart of theJames E. Hoff, S.J., Academic Quad. The Commons provides students with thefacilities, technologies and services to help them master essential skills andgain a competitive advantage in their respective disciplines and careers. Asa result, Xavier graduates are better prepared to enjoy successful lives andcareers. The Commons:u Features 84,000 square feet, five floors and 24/7 environment.u Creates a focal point for connecting teaching, learning and theJesuit mission of service to others.u Equips students with academic and technological tools in a wireless setting.u Offers ample space for individual study and group work in a wireless settingwith access to plasma screens, movable white boards and a café.u Houses centers for academic advising and career services and labs for math,writing and modern languages.u Includes a digital media lab, classrooms, auditorium and a centralizedlocation for reference and technology assistance.CORE CURRICULUMThe foundation of Xavier’s success is its commitment to its Jesuit heritage.The Core Curriculum embodies Xavier’s mission and philosophy of educationand serves as a valuable foundation for all undergraduate students. Withinthe Core, the four-course Ethics/Religion and Society (E/RS) Focus fostersstudents’ understanding of socially significant issues through study of thehumanities, especially literature, philosophy and theology, as well as the socialand natural sciences. Along with courses in their major, Xavier students alsotake Core courses in: cultural diversity, English composition, fine arts, foreignlanguage, history, literature, mathematics, philosophy, science, social scienceand theology.ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTSCore Curriculum: Minimum 64 credit hoursMajor in international studies: 33 credit hours, including 15 hours ofcourses in a chosen concentration: international business, Europe, LatinAmerica or post-colonial studies; and 18 hours in economics, history andpolitical science. Additional major requirements include advanced competencyin at least one foreign language, as well as an academic study abroadexperience or an international internship.XAVIER AT A GLANCEFounded in 1831, Xavier University is a JesuitCatholic university in Cincinnati, Ohio, annuallyranked among the nation’s best universities.Its three colleges offer 85 undergraduate majors,54 minors and 11 graduate programs to 7,019total students, including 4,368 undergraduates.FOR MORE INFORMATIONOFFICE OF ADMISSIONPhone: 513-745-3301877-XUADMIT (982-3648)Fax: 513-745-4319Email:xuadmit@xavier.eduWeb:www.xavier.eduINTERNATIONAL STUDIES PROGRAMJohn Ray, PhD, Program DirectorPhone: 513-745-4906Email:rayj@xavier.eduWeb:www.xavier.edu/international-studiesOn Campus: 709 Schott HallOffice of Admission3800 Victory ParkwayCincinnati, Ohio 45207-5131Xavier is an equal opportunity educator and employer. Information in this brochure is correct as of 8/11.