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 led by the Vice Provost, Dr. Lance LeLoup, who oversees the service units, personnel, finances, and strategic planning. The Vice Provost is also engaged in:
- Fostering cordial relationships with academic dignitaries from abroad
- Developing international agreements with partner institutions
Education Abroad
Education Abroad (EA) provides students and faculty with education-abroad options, including overseas study, exchanges, internships, service-learning, and Fulbright graduate opportunities. The unit works with faculty in expanding the international content of existing courses and developing new courses.
Global Studies
The Global Studies unit of International Programs exists to assist and support 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.
International Research and Development
International Programs Research and Development (IR&D) is helping to build a world-class environment at Washington State University through programs that offer opportunities for participation by students, faculty, and departments in education, research, and outreach. Many programs involve alliances and partnerships with a diverse range of public and private sector institutions in the United States and abroad to enhance competencies in successfully addressing global development challenges.
Office of International Students and Scholars
The Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) service unit 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.