The Center for International Studies is an interdisciplinary academic center which coordinates all international academic activities at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside. The primary role of the center is to provide academic fields of study.

UW-Parkside’s Center for International Studies mission is to:

1. Serve as a focal point for international education activities at Parkside
2. Provide interdisciplinary academic programs to all students on campus
3. Support and foster internationalization on campus
4. Provide an environment conducive to intercultural learning & exchange of ideas
5. Foster opportunities for students, staff, and faculty to develop a global perspective fundamental to full participation in the world 
6. Encourage scholarly activities in response to local, national and global communities

Lorene Bakkila
Greenquist L210
(262) 595-2334
bakkila@uwp.edu