PLU s international programs encourage students to expand their understanding of humanity s global condition in a changing and increasingly interdependent world.
Cultural foci are Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and Scandinavia.
Study of these issues and regions is made possible by diverse off-campus study opportunities and international student exchange. To pursue a program in international or intercultural studies, students may enroll in courses offered by departments such as Languages, Political Science, and History, or choose among the special multi-disciplinary programs listed below which offer majors and minors in international studies. This interdisciplinary minor focuses on the comparative histories, cultures, and contemporary issues shared by the two continents in the western hemisphere. For specific information see The Americas section of this catalog. The Chinese Studies program is an interdisciplinary program designed to provide students interested in China a broad foundation in language, culture, and history.