Our Programs 

We're home to several academic programs, including geography and GIS, international studies, political studies and the pre-law program. Dedicated faculty advisers will work with you to discover your interests and career aspirations to choose a path of study that's right for you through personalized advising!


 
Geography and Geographic Information Science (GIS) (Major/Minor)

Geography is a field that uses an interdisciplinary approach to understand patterns of human activity and natural processes on the surface of the earth. Geographers are often called upon to analyze and solve problems that deal with interactions between people and the environment. Geography appeals to students who have a wide range of interests that involve human activities and their impacts on the natural environment.

Geographic Information Science is a set of techniques that include Cartography (the art and science of map making), GIS - Geographic Information Systems (the analysis of spatial patterns), and Remote Sensing (the analysis of satellite imagery). These techniques are useful in displaying, understanding, and analyzing spatial relationships. Many other disciplines, such as biology, business, marketing, criminal justice, land use planning, and urban studies utilize mapping techniques.


 

International Studies (Major/Minor)

The primary mission of the international studies degree program is to create global awareness by providing students with the intellectual skills and substantive knowledge necessary to meet the global challenges of the 21st Century.
 



Political Science (Major/Minor)

Our program prepares you to be an engaged citizen and leader by providing the skills and knowledge necessary to analyze, interpret and participate in domestic and international political and governmental processes. Transferable skills ensure graduate success in both the public and private sectors.



Pre-Law (Pre-Professional)

Through our pre-law program, we can help you choose courses that will be the best fit for you as you prepare for legal education and beyond.

Politics, Geography and International Studies

355/356 Kleinpell Fine Arts
410 S. 3rd St.
River Falls, WI 54022

CAS@uwrf.edu

715-425-3777