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Introduction to Interdisciplinary Major

Students wishing to explore courses of study not offered by individual departments or by existing interdisciplinary majors may petition for a self-designed, interdisciplinary major. Under the guidance of a faculty committee specially appointed by the academic dean, such students may develop majors combining courses from several departments or areas. Each interdisciplinary major must have a coherent thematic principle governing the selection and sequencing of courses in the major, must include a culminating project or thesis which demonstrates the outcomes of the major, and must be approved in all particulars by the specially appointed committee. Students who would like to explore an interdisciplinary major are urged to consult with the academic dean.

Students interested in international business have an additional option – The interdisciplinary major in German and international business. This major prepares students for the global business world through a rigorous program in business and German classes. In addition, students will have the opportunity to gain more experience through study abroad and an internship at a German company. Students without a background in German can pursue this option by starting with German at the beginning of their freshman year.