Service Units
International Programs facilitates, supports, and coordinates Washington State University's international activities. The scope of this mission involves work in several areas, which are outlined below.
Administration of International Programs
The administration of International Programs is led by the Vice Provost/Associate Vice President who oversees the service units, personnel, finances, and strategic planning.
Education Abroad
The Education Abroad Office (EA) seeks to assist in educating a diverse student body to become responsible global citizens and future leaders by enabling students to integrate an academically-challenging and personally-enriching education abroad experience into their four-year academic degree plan at WSU. EA also assists WSU faculty and departments with all aspects of designing and implementing faculty-led programs abroad.
Global Studies
The Global Studies unit of International Programs assists and supports colleges and academic units across the WSU system with their efforts to internationalize the curriculum at all levels. In conjunction with these efforts, the unit houses the advising structure for the interdisciplinary, cross-university Global Studies minor.
Intensive American Language Center
The Intensive American Language Center (IALC) provides high quality, intensive English language instruction. Additionally, the IALC serves as an academic and cultural bridge for international students preparing for admission, and for current students who seek to develop their language skills.
International Enrollment
The International Enrollment (IE) unit recruits international students, provides incentives and information, and helps guide prospective students through the application and admissions process.
Office of International Students and Scholars
The Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) assists international students and visiting faculty with immigration, nonacademic, and social adjustments necessary for a successful educational, research, and cultural experience at Washington State University.
Faculty and Staff
Contact information for International Programs office personnel