Knowledge is international by its very nature. Higher education always has been concerned with politics, history, science, economics, language and culture beyond the limits of national borders. Late-20th century curriculum, in response to global interdependence, has a particular need for global awareness. The goal at SFCC is to provide students with the same kind of international emphasis as that expected at other exemplary colleges. College Transfer Courses Faculty and staff at SFCC have brought renewed emphasis to the international studies within our curriculum.
Many courses focus on international topics as a whole or as units in courses.
SFCC has been involved in several Department of Education grants in which international courses were developed or international units added. International Studies Certificate SFCC offers an international studies certificate which parallels international studies majors in Eastern Washington colleges and universities. The certificate will be awarded at the time of graduation and will be noted on the student's transcripts. This certificate demonstrates the student's interest and background in international studies. An effort has been made to see that those who earn this certificate and graduate with an A.A. degree will be able to transfer to Eastern Washington University, Gonzaga University and Whitworth College and be accepted into their international studies majors at junior standing.