Mission Statement

We believe that well educated citizens must be aware of international issues and of diverse points of view. Quality education, thus, must include sensitivity to and understanding of the commonalities and differences of the various world cultures.

Our mission is to empower our students, faculty, and staff,  to experience the richness of other peoples and nations and to take advantage of global opportunities for individual growth. We also consider our mission to welcome international students and to encourage them to be part of our community. By internationalizing our campuses and by promoting global interaction, we offer our students the wisdom and skills to form part of and compete in the global market

By building community awareness of global issues and problems, we ultimately strive to contribute to a better and more peaceful world.

                                            About the International Education Program

Roane State Community College strives to provide International Education opportunities by bringing the World to our students and by bringing the college and the beauty of the Tennessee mountains to the World.

The International Education Program offers our Tennessee students, faculty and staff the opportunity to experience other cultures and life-styles and, through friendship and knowledge, embrace the world. Our study-abroad programs are not simply tourist travels: our experienced faculty is dedicated to true cultural immersion and deep sociological experiences.

Our International Students Office welcomes international students and collaborates with Academic deans to offer a wide range of the highest quality programs.