Tracks
The ISS program offers several academic tracks for students who wish to tailor their studies to a particular topic. These tracks are optional, informal, and exist purely for those students who desire additional guidance when choosing courses.
Tracks do not need to be declared and will not appear on your diploma.
Conflict
Examine modern armed conflicts, including terrorism and civil war, as well as nonviolent conflict and protest movements.
Eurasia
Examine the issues, challenges, and opportunities facing the countries and institutions across Eurasia.
Global
Survey the historical trajectories, challenges, and opportunities facing regions around the world.
Latin America
Explore the important opportunities, challenges, and dynamics facing the countries of Latin America.
Non-Traditional Threats
Examine non-traditional security threats involving resources and the environment, health, human rights, and the global economy.
Technology & Security
Learn about cybersecurity and cyberwar, as well as the role of technology in spreading information and acting as a new arena for political debate and change.
U.S. Foreign Policy
Gain insight into the international forces and domestic inputs that shape the foreign policy of the United States.