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International Affairs investigates the political, economic, and social relations between countries and within countries. As an interdisciplinary program of study, course topics span political philosophy, political economy, comparative studies, economic development, international law, history, geography, and regional studies. It cultivates transferable skills in research, analysis, data interpretation, evidenced-based argumentation, policy evaluation, collective decision-making, cultural awareness, and global literacy.
Developing future leaders aiming to contribute to the international community, an International Affairs Major helps prepare students for post-graduate professional activity in fields such as public service, law, public policy, diplomacy, political activism, journalism, economic development, international education, non-government organizations, and internationally-oriented careers in the private sector.
A group of students traveled with Dr. Rob Dayley (International Affairs) and Dr. Jeff Snyder-Reinke (History) to Vietnam and got beyond the history books to see and learn about the region with their own eyes and minds.
“An Outstanding Delegation Award means our whole delegation performed well, across the board. It’s extremely difficult to achieve,” Dr. Rob Dayley (International Affairs). “Model UN rewards preparation, initiative, leadership, and taking some social risks. It is really the quintessential high-impact practice.”
Since graduating from the College, Kaelynn Crawford ’22 has interned for a U.S. Senator, interned in the White House, worked at the Pentagon and now coordinates military support for President Biden. “Had I not gone to the College, I don’t think my mindset would be what it is,” she says. “And I think that’s more valuable than any degree.”
B.A. in International Political Economy with minors in Asian Studies, Criminal Justice Studies and Natural Sciences. Special Assistant to the White House Military Office.
In 2024, Kristen Perrin ‘03 published her debut novel “How to Solve Your Own Murder.” It has been called an “instant national bestseller,” which has resulted in Perrin being featured in Glamour UK, Sunset magazine, The New York Times and Good Morning America, and it was selected as a Jimmy Fallon Book Club Finalist.
B.A. in International Policy Economy with a minor in Music. MA in International from University of Nottingham. PhD in War Crimes (Bosnia) from University College London. National Bestselling Author.
Priya Ramesh ’23 is not afraid to take initiative. While at the College, she worked tirelessly to become an Outdoor Program Trip Leader and served as a member of the Alpine Club and lead the Sustainability Committee of the ASCI Senate. She also served as a member of the Student Union Building Committee, the International Student Organization and Public Sphere.
B.A. in Marketing & Digital Media and International Political Economy with minors in Spanish and Natural Sciences.
The College of Idaho grabbed my attention when I was first looking to transfer from a large university. I knew that when I came to visit and walked around campus it felt like where I needed to be. I was able to meet the presidents of the College and they were down to earth and willing to talk to us about anything. Not long after the visit, I knew I was going to become a Yote.
B.A in Business Administration and International Political Economy with minors in Communication and Environmental Studies.
In early 2019, Caitlin Copple ‘04 founded Full Swing Public Relations, a firm that is rapidly growing and generated more than $1 million in annual revenue in 2023 – only 2 percent of women-owned businesses in the U.S. reach this threshold. She also became the first openly-queer person elected to the Missoula City Council.
B.A. History and International Politics with a minor in Journalism. M.A. in Print Journalism from the University of Montana. Founder & CEO, Full Swing Public Relations. Idaho Business Review’s 2019 Accomplished Under 40 Awardee and 2021 Idaho Women of the Year Honoree.
What I’ve come to appreciate the most is the diverse atmosphere present at the College. Serving as the AFRO Club President, I was able to offer a safe environment that celebrated culture and inclusivity for our students while also improving my personal leadership skills. I was able to immerse myself in my studies and campus involvement, while also pursuing excellence above all.
B.A in Business Administration and International Political Economy with minors in Communication and Environmental Studies.
Your innovative spirit has propelled you this far. What’s next? That’s for you to dream, make, live and unleash at The College of Idaho. Come see what awaits you here.
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