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University of San Francisco (USF) MAIS Program Embodying the mission of San Francisco’s oldest university, MAIS graduates are equipped with the t program.
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The world in which we live is indelibly marked by global processes – from the interconnectedness of business and finance to ethnic struggles for self-determination. The University of San Francisco offers a unique master’s degree in international studies – an innovative and rigorous program that provides students with an in-depth knowledge of the changes that now face the global community and with

the practical tools they need to make change happen. Courses in the Master of Arts in International Studies (MAIS) focus on development and the environment, political and economic aspects of globalization, human rights, peace and conflict, and international law and organizations. As an interdisciplinary program, students integrate and apply knowledge across disciplines in order to analyze global issues and problems. MAIS students acquire the skills needed for a wide variety of professions and fields, including international affairs, foreign service, intelligence and international organizations. Our graduates are also prepared to pursue further studies in a Ph.D.

06/03/2024

Some photos from our graduation celebration where grads, faculty, students, and guests celebrated the 2024 graduating class! 🎉🎊🍾 Congrats grads! We can’t wait to see you take over the world 🌎 🎓

05/11/2024

Special dinner celebrating an the end of a challenging semester for our first year cohort!

05/07/2024

Last week, some of our second year students presented their capstone projects. Peek how much fun everyone had 🤩🥳 (not because of the mimosas)

Let’s congratulate all our second year students who worked so hard and carefully to complete their capstone projects!

05/03/2024

📣 🚨📢 ‼️🗣️🔊FALL 2024 APPLICATION IS STILL OPEN! There is still time to get your application in before June 1! See the link in bio for more info!

05/02/2024

RSVP For our upcoming information session on May 14 at the link in the bio!

04/09/2024

Join us in exactly one week and find out everything you've always wanted to know about our program!👀
RSVP via link in bio

04/08/2024

🌻 Meet our program ambassador Malou 🌻
Swipe to get to know her a little better!

02/15/2024

🌟 Meet our program ambassador Matthew! 🌟

➡️ Swipe to get to know him a little better.

01/30/2024

🌟 Selorm in the spotlight! 🌟 Originating from the vibrant city of Accra, Ghana 🇬🇭, then making childhood memories in The Seychelles 🇸🇨, and spending five years in Eswatini 🇸🇿, Selorm is a true citizen of the world. Each of these three places holds a special place in his heart. In times of homesickness, Selorm finds solace in connecting with family and friends, or enjoying some fried plantains, which helps uplift his mood. It's truly a pleasure to have you with us, Selorm! 🙌

01/26/2024

🧐 Interested in our program? Click the link in our bio to secure your spot for the nearest upcoming info sessions. 🔗

01/10/2024

Still thinking about New Year's resolutions? How about applying to grad school? 🧑‍🎓

12/24/2023

✨️Wishing you a warm and peaceful holiday season!✨️

12/19/2023

Apply today and become a part of our MAIS family!
More info via link in bio 🔗

12/04/2023

✨Are you an IS student or alumni?✨

🎄You're invited to our annual holiday party! Don't forget to RSVP using the QR code so we know you're coming. Check-in with Stephanie and Claudine at the door!🥂

12/01/2023

Interested in our program? Sign up for our next info session! 🙌

11/28/2023

Today on USF aims to get 300 donors to support our students achieve their dreams. You can help us reach this goal and support College of Arts and Sciences students’ pursuit of a life changing Jesuit education. It only takes a minute to give, but the impact lasts a lifetime. Join us and give today: usfca.edu/givingtuesday

11/23/2023

Thankful for the journey, the people, and the growth. Happy Thanksgiving!

11/14/2023

👏 🎨 Big shoutout to Victoria and Prof. Zarobell for publishing their first co-authored paper! Their findings highlight the shift in the art world towards a decentralized market, shedding light on the increasing visibility of African artists and the rise of a more inclusive environment for artists worldwide.
Intrigued? Swipe to discover the abstract and scan the QR code for access to the full paper. Alternatively, a temporary link to the paper is available in our bio.

11/03/2023

We cannot ignore the recent escalation of the conflict in the Middle East. We are sharing two articles written by our esteemed faculty member, Prof. Stephen Zunes, for The Progressive Magazine. The first article delves into the Hamas attack on October 7th, Israel's subsequent military response, and provides a concise historical overview of the region. The second article explores the political implications within the United States.You can find the links to these articles in our bio. Our hearts go out to all those who are suffering and grieving.

11/01/2023

🇫🇷 Today, we shine our MAIS spotlight on Olivia Alexandre! Olivia is a proud member of the Class of 2024 and a dedicated athlete on USF's track team.🏃‍♀️ Originally from France, her heart beats for raclette and the enchanting city of Paris. 🧀 Her idea of a perfect afternoon involves savoring a coffee on a charming Parisian terrace while observing the world pass by or playing sports outside with friends. ☕️ Whenever she feels a touch of homesickness, a call to her brother is the perfect remedy. Quel plaisir de t'avoir parmi nous, Olivia! 🫶

10/30/2023

In the midst of October, Professor Sebastian Rubiano-Galvis gave us more insight into measurement tools and data concerning global mercury pollution, with a special emphasis on Colombia. Grateful for this enlightening afternoon, Sebastian! 🙏

10/27/2023

🎉 Last Friday, following an afternoon filled with capstone presentations, our current students and alumni united at the Barrel Head Brewhouse to socialize, celebrate, and toast to the weekend. 🎉

10/20/2023

Get to learn more about our program from our students' perspectives! 💭

10/18/2023

Once a Don, always a Don 💛💚

10/11/2023

❗Welcome next Wednesday to the International Studies Fall 2023 Colloquium!

🔬Learn how experts, governments, and nonprofits have used certain measurement tools and data to make sense of global mercury pollution.

📈Despite the vast uncertainty in data about ASGM's and other sectors' contribution to the problem, these seemingly mundane quantification technologies, like spreadsheets and pollution rankings, help render it legible for global audiences, but also influence who gets blamed and who is responsible for solving it.

🇨🇴Using Colombia as a case study (it's one of the top mercury emitters), the talk explores how these ordinary quantification practices shape our view of the mercury problem and its potential solutions.

10/09/2023

Welcome, Talia! Get to know her below ⬇️

“I was born and raised in Steilacoom, Washington. Upon graduating from Steilacoom High School with my diploma as well as my Associates Degree, I went to Washington State University to pursue academics as well as my rowing career. I graduated with a bachelors degree in political science and minored in global studies in 2021 and went on to be heavily involved in child care, taking care of children both in a nannying capacity as well as a preschool teacher. In 2022, I was committed to returning to school to obtain my Masters in Education for Elementary School Education however global events inspired me to instead switch gears and turn to international studies with a focus on Global Governance and Justice. In my free time I love hiking, running, am an avid reader, and I love doing puzzles. I’m so excited to be on this journey with friends who I can already tell I will know for a lifetime.”

10/03/2023

Last week, we had the privilege of hosting Dr. Amir Kamel, who shared his insights on his book, "Floundering Stability: US Foreign Policy in Egypt." 🇺🇸🇪🇬

The talk explored the US ability to influence stability through foreign policy tools. This was accomplished by examining the foundations of this particular US foreign policy, how it evolved over time, and how it performed in the context of USA-Egypt ties. A set of foreign policy reflections were then drawn out from this account.

And of course, we couldn't let Dr. Kamel return home without a little token of our appreciation! Swipe for a peek! ➡️

09/29/2023

Welcome, Arturo! Get to know him below ⬇️

"My name is Arturo and I was born and raised in San Francisco. In short: I am a proud Chicano born in la Misión, raised in the southeast side of the City, and an activist in Chinatown. I received my undergrad education at SJSU, worked as an Academic Advisor at College Track San Francisco, and after that I was a Bilingual Educator-in-Training at the California Academy of Sciences
I joined MAIS because I want to solve poverty all around the world. I witnessed how poverty affected the lives of folks around my community. Poverty is either a barrier that prevents folks from moving forward in life or a huge weight on our shoulders that slows down our success. I believe that every person regardless of their station in life should have an equal opportunity to succeed."

09/25/2023

🔥 Last Thursday, the MAIS, MIMS, and MAPS community gathered by Ocean Beach for our annual bonfire, complete with hotdogs and s'mores! 🌭

09/18/2023

Welcome, Aryana! Get to know her below ⬇️

”My name is Aryana Kazimi. I graduated from University of San Francisco with my B.A in Politics. I had an amazing experience at USF and became knowledgeable in different aspects of politics. After I graduated from college, I worked for the state as a staff services analyst. After some time of working with the state, I realized I wanted to further educate myself and push my career more towards global policy. Overall, I genuinely felt that the professors at University of San Francisco were beyond helpful and were there to help every student. I made great connections and loved the campus in general. I chose to go back to USF because I wanted to dedicate myself and stay loyal to the University of San Francisco. I chose the MAIS program due
to my interest in politics, but wanted to learn a different perspective of governance. I am so excited and happy that I will accomplish my masters sooner than later.”

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Sandar Myint is here with yet another reason for why you should apply to USF MAIS this fall! She is a student from the Class of 2023. When she started at MAIS she was taken aback by the small class size. She has come to appreciate these small class sizes along with deep academic and social engagement through MAIS-sponsored events. Sandar invites you to apply today and to come and love every aspect of being a MAIS student as she has. What are you waiting for? Apply today! The application deadline for Fall 2022 is April 15th, 2022 . . . . . #ChangeTheWorldFromHere #WorkForChange #InternationalStudies #UniversityOfSanFrancisco #MastersOfArts #MAInInternationalStudies #USFCA #USFMAIS #MAIS #Humanities #SocialJustice #InternationalStudiesStudents #EnvironmentalJustice #StudyInSanFrancisco #HumansOfHumanities #InternationalRelations #Research #GlobalAffairs #Politics #GradSchool #GraduateSchool #Masters #ForeignPolicies #applytoday #applicationdeadline #gradschoolapplication

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Why apply to USF MAIS with Yvette Ramirez 👩‍🎓🎓 Living in one of the most diverse regions in the country, Yvette Ramirez often wondered if our common problems surrounding power, economics, and justice translated to other countries. Seeking to unpack these issues, Yvette decided to apply to USF's Master of International Studies with its focus on social justice! Come join the MAIS Family, Apply today! . . . . . #ChangeTheWorldFromHere #WorkForChange #InternationalStudies #UniversityOfSanFrancisco #MastersOfArts #MAInInternationalStudies #USFCA #USFMAIS #MAIS #Humanities #SocialJustice #InternationalStudiesStudents #UsfMAISStudent #EnvironmentalJustice #StudyInSanFrancisco #HumansOfHumanities #InternationalRelations ##Research #GlobalAffairs #Politics #GradSchool #GraduateSchool #Masters #ForeignPolicies #applicationdeadline #applytoday #applytograduateschool #gradschoolapplications

Wondering what attracted current students and alumni to the USF MAIS program? Ebenezar Appiah will help us break it down in our debut feature! Highlighting what he likes the most about this program as well as his experience with the MAIS department's outstanding faculty. Apply today and become a part of the MAIS family 🎓 The priority deadline for Fall 2022 is 15th February 2022 and the last day to apply is April 15th. . . . . #ChangeTheWorldFromHere #WorkForChange #InternationalStudies #UniversityOfSanFrancisco #MastersOfArts #MAInInternationalStudies #USFCA #USFMAIS #MAIS #Humanities #SocialJustice #InternationalStudiesStudents #UsfMAISStudent #EnvironmentalJustice #StudyInSanFrancisco #HumansOfHumanities #InternationalRelations ##Research #GlobalAffairs #Politics #GradSchool #GraduateSchool #Masters #ForeignPolicies #applicationdeadline #applytoday #applytograduateschool #gradschoolapplications

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