Welcome to the Global and Intercultural Affairs Center, formerly the Center for International Programs

Where will your journey begin?

The Global and Intercultural Affairs Center (GIA Center) imagines a community of empowered global citizens building a just, peaceful, and sustainable world.

Guided by our Marianist values, we provide leadership, strategic direction, coordination, and support for the internationalization and global learning of campus. In collaboration with other University departments, partners and communities, we offer innovative programs and services to enhance global and intercultural education, support student success, and promote diversity, equity and inclusion.  Under the Office of the Provost, our areas include Global and Intercultural Learning (on campus, abroad, in the U.S. and virtual programming); Partnerships; Travel Risk Management; Intensive English Program; and International Student & Scholar Services.