Difference between revisions of "David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies"

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==Description==
 
==Description==

Revision as of 15:18, 13 November 2009

The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies was established on November 17, 1983. Previously it was the Center for International and Area Studies. In 1984 the Center had the following programs: American Studies (Neil L. York, Coordinator); Asian Studies (Larry V. Shumway, Coordinator); Canadian Studies (Earl H. Fry, Coordinator); European Studies (Douglas F. Tobler, Coordinator); International Relations (Ray C. Hillam, Coordinator); Latin American Studies (Berkley A. Spencer, Coordinator); Near Eastern Studies (David C. Montgomery, Coordinator). In 1985 International Political Economy (Ray C. Hillam, Coordinator) was added. In 1986 International Political Economy was removed. International Internships was an added program in 1986. Kennedy Center directors included Stanley A. Taylor (1983-1985), Ray C. Hillam (1985-1991), R. Lanier Britsch (1991-1997), Donald B. Holsinger (1997-2001), and Jeffrey F. Ringer (2002- ).

Variant Names

Brigham Young University. David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies

Kennedy Center for International Studies

International and Area Studies

Description

Established: 1983

Location: Provo, Utah (1983- )

Functions

To provide programs designed to create greater sensitivity and understanding of the world in which we live. These programs meet the needs of those students interested in liberal education as well as those interested in international careers in business, law governments, and international institutions.

To offer courses to prepare the student for an international career with business, government, humanitarian agencies, military or civilian intelligence, education, or a variety of other careers that may require international travel, residence, or expertise.

Assets and Administrative Structure

The David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies was administered jointly by the College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences and the College of Humanities. Each program had its own coordinator. The coordinators for the different programs were under the direction of the Dean of the College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences.

Associated Units

Superior unit: Brigham Young University. College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences (1983- )

Superior unit: Brigham Young University. College of Humanities (1983- )

Subordinate unit: David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies. African Studies Program (1987-2006)

Subordinate unit: David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies. American Studies Program (1983-2002)

Subordinate unit: David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies. Ancient Near Eastern Studies Program (2005- )

Subordinate unit: David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies. Asian Studies Program (1983- )

Subordinate unit: David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies. Canadian Studies Program (1983-2003))

Subordinate unit: David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies. European Studies Program (1983- )

Subordinate unit: David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies. International Development Program (1995-2002)

Subordinate unit: David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies. International Political Economy Program (1985-1986)

Subordinate unit: David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies. International Relations Program (1983-1997)

Subordinate unit: David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies. International Studies Program (1997-2002)

Subordinate unit: David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies. Latin American Studies Program (1983- )

Subordinate unit: David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies. Mexican American Studies Program (1983-1984)

Subordinate unit: David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies. Middle and Near Eastern Studies Program (2003-2005)

Subordinate unit: David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies. Middle East Studies/Arabic Program (2005- )

Subordinate unit: David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies. Near Eastern Studies Program (1983-2003)

Subordinate unit: David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies. International Programs (1987-1993)

Subordinate unit: David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies. Study Abroad (1993-2000)

Subordinate unit: David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies. International Internships (1993-1996)

Subordinate unit: David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies. International Field Studies and Internships (1996-1999)

Subordinate unit: David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies. International Study Programs (2000- )

Earlier unit: Brigham Young University. Center for International and Area Studies (1982)

Associated Archival Materials

Briant Jacobs interview, 2000 (UA OH 180)

Ray C. Hillam interview, 2000 (UA OH 181)

R. Britsch records, 1957-2002 (UA 959)

Arnold H. Green interview, 1988 (UA OH 147)

Records, 1968-2000 (UA 1233)

David M. Kennedy personal and professional papers (MSS 1583)

Sources

Brigham Young University Annual Catalog, 1984-1985: p. 142 (Administered jointly by College of Humanities and by College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences; original programs and coordinators)

Brigham Young University Annual Catalog, 1985-1986: p. 138 (International Political Economy was added)

Brigham Young University Annual Catalog, 1986-1987: p. 151 (International Political Economy removed; International Internships added)

Maintenance Information

Record ID: EAC-2009-00271

Creator: LFW