Bringing the world to the heartland and University of Oklahoma students to the world.
The David L. Boren College of International Studies at the University of Oklahoma offers a unique small-college experience within a flagship research University. Behind the doors of beautiful Farzaneh Hall, you will find an intellectually curious, diverse community of students, professors and staff who care — not only about the issues facing our world, but about each other. Here you will find small classes, impromptu post-class discussions, prominent and influential guest speakers, unique international events and programming, and above all, opportunity. Do you want to pursue an internship in Washington, D.C.? An undergraduate research project that will take you to your first academic conference? A study abroad program in a country far from home? At CIS, it’s possible. And our faculty and staff will support you all the way.
With a multi-disciplinary curriculum offering 9 majors, 11 minors, 2 graduate programs, and an accelerated BA/MA degree, the College of International Studies offers a strong foundation of knowledge across multiple international fields of study with the flexibility to accommodate diverse interests and career goals. We provide a range of scholarships specifically for our majors, and we strongly support participation in study abroad and away programs. A degree in International & Area Studies from OU not only opens the door to a global career, but fosters an international perspective and growth mindset that distinguishes our alumni on the job market.
Make a plan, review the course schedule, find a class, and enroll in OU summer semester. Banked hours may be available to reduce the cost of summer courses.
Learn more about some of our CIS faculty, the journeys that led them to international studies, and what to expect from their classes!
Theodore Romanoff Assistant Professor of Russian Studies
Assistant Professor, International & Area Studies
Currently teaching:
IAS 5723.001 Global Policy Workshop
Fall 2025 courses:
IAS 3003.001 How to Be a Dictator
IAS 3003.003 Comparative Politics and Society
Associate Professor of International Studies
Wick Cary Professor of Brazilian Studies
Currently teaching:
Sabatical
Fall 2025 Courses:
IAS 2003.010 Understanding the Global Community
IAS 5940.002 Autocratic Legalism
Sandra Mackey Chair and Professor in Middle East Studies
Director, Farzaneh Family Center for Iranian and Persian Gulf Studies
Director, Center for Middle East Studies
Currently teaching:
IAS 3433.0001 International Relations in the Middle East
Fall 2025 courses:
IAS 3203.001 Middle East Since WW1
Farzaneh Family Associate Professor of Iranian Studies
Currently teaching:
IAS 3683.001 Poverty & Inequity in the Middle East
IAS 3393.001 Iranian Society Through Cinema
Fall 2025 courses:
IAS 3763.001 Women & Gender in the Middle East
IAS 3983.001 Anti-Muslim Racism
Professor of International & Area Studies
Interim Associate Dean, College of International Studies
Max & Heidi Berry Chair of International Studies
Currently teaching:
Fall 2025 courses:
Assistant Professor of International & Area Studies
Currently teaching:
Visiting Fellow at Notre Dame
Fall 2025 courses:
IAS 3313.001 Latin American International Relations
IAS 3533.001 Political Violence
The University of Oklahoma Libraries has awarded 21 Alternative Textbook Grants to 16 faculty members for its 2025 cohort. Representing a range of colleges and departments at OU, the grants are expected to save students nearly $200,000 in textbook costs over a single semester.
