Aing-On Thammarattananon
Assistant to Political Affairs, Royal Thai Embassy in D.C.
GVSU International Relations
Phone: (616) 331-2320
1121 AuSable Hall
1 Campus Dr
Allendale, MI 49401-9403
Students in the international relations program examine the sources of tension that create conflict among nations, interdependence among nations, and ways in which international management and diplomacy can promote cooperation.
Program Offerings at Grand Valley
International relations graduates receive a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree. We also offer a minor in international relations. In addition to the general international relations curriculum, students may select emphases in:
Coursework
The curriculum is designed to give students a broad base of knowledge. Some of the subjects included are:
Students may work in fields such as:
Why Study International Relations at Grand Valley?
Assistant to Political Affairs, Royal Thai Embassy in D.C.
2014 IR graduate is teaching in Vietnam
Project Manager at Community Research Institute
2018 Graduate is Promoted from Intern to Program Coordinator
Studying at Wayne State Law School
Mission – International Relations Program
The mission of the International Relations Program, an interdisciplinary program housed in the Department of Political Science, is to prepare students for citizenship, post-baccalaureate education, and professional careers through interdisciplinary coursework in international relations, advising, and participation in internships, with an emphasis on study abroad and other international experiences.
Vision – International Relations Program
We are committed to setting a standard of excellence in the interdisciplinary undergraduate study of International Relations, including the geography, history, economics, languages and politics of global interactions. International Relations students gain comprehensive knowledge of the complex economic, social, cultural and political relationships among citizens, societies, states and international institutions. Students attain both theoretical and experiential knowledge of International Relations and critical analytic skills through study on campus and, in most cases, study abroad. We prepare students to be well-informed citizens and to make meaningful contributions to the increasingly globalized world. We foster a diverse international community engaged in inquiry, expression, and rigorous scholarship.
Values – Political Science and International Relations
In the Department of Political Science and the International Relations Program at Grand Valley State University, we strive toward acquiring and utilizing knowledge of Political Science and International Relations in a setting of academic freedom, methodological and theoretical pluralism, while encouraging disciplinary and interdisciplinary collaboration.
The International Relations Program is part of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
November 30, 2023 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Interested in earning some academic credits in the UK this summer? Come learn more about this exciting program at this upcoming information session! We will go over classes, excursions, activities,...
December 1, 2023 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Come out and hang with us for a fun night of dancing, food, and of course, jamming to K-pop! Pizza will be provided and there will be a photo opportunity. This is a "prom" event, so feel...
December 4, 2023 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us for a night of cultural crafts and studying help before final exams. Help is available from fellow Spanish students and tutors for studying, speaking, and writing for extra exam practice....
December 6, 2023 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
The brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.- The NOTORIOUS Iota Epsilon Chapter, and GVSU�s African/African Studies Program Presents �Understanding The Gaza Strip� Faculty Panel Discussion! As...
December 6, 2023 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
The brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.- The NOTORIOUS Iota Epsilon Chapter, and GVSU�s African/African Studies Program Presents �Understanding The Gaza Strip� Faculty Panel Discussion! As...
Shannon Cohen will be honored on October 27 as part of GVSU's Homecoming.
Oct 25, 2023
Professor Diven, the director of GVSU's International Relations program, spoke on a panel hosted by the Hausenstein Center for Presidential Studies. The panel addressed America's role in international relations and discussed current foreign policy issues.
Oct 18, 2023
The 2023 Zeeb International Relations Study Abroad Scholarship winner is sophomore Cloey Fleming.
Apr 26, 2023
Ryan Iacovone is the winner of the Outstanding Paper Award for Political Science and International Relations.
Apr 25, 2023
Katie Koczak (International Relations) and Aaron Rusch (Political Science) are the 2023 award winners.
Apr 11, 2023