Program Overview

Welcome to Hartwick International Relations

Why Hartwick?

You see yourself as a diplomat, helping create positive relationships around the world. You want to strengthen business relationships, launch new products or better understand the role of law in other countries.

Here’s why our international relations program stands out:

• Gain a global perspective on how international relationships shape our world.
• Spend a J Term experiencing political systems across Europe, Asia and Africa.
• Sharpen your public speaking skills, critical thinking and global awareness.

WHERE WILL YOUR HARTWICK INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS MINOR TAKE YOU?

The international relations minor pairs well with other programs and prepares you for various careers.

• English to write and report on world politics for news organizations.
• Business administration to innovate product strategies in the global marketplace.
• Political science to pursue a career as a diplomat.
• Sociology to gather intelligence for the CIA or deliver humanitarian aid in crisis zones.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

• Build a strong foundation with coursework in political systems, international economies, cooperation and conflicts.
• Specialize in your area of interest, from the politics of Russia and Central Asia to human rights, water and environmental rights, peacekeeping and global justice.
• Present your thesis at Student Showcase or an academic conference.
• Understand how global politics shape our everyday lives.

Faculty

James Buthman

Associate Professor of Political Science

Jing Chen

Associate Professor of Political Science

Matthew Chick

Assistant Professor of Political Science & Pre-Law Program Coordinator

Laurel Elder

Professor of Political Science and Department Chair

Amy Forster Rothbart

Associate Professor of Political Science and Coordinator of the First Year FlightPath Experience