The Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies (BIS) program is designed for a set of diverse students who bring to the university many academic, personal, and work-related experiences. They may choose the BIS program because (1) they are aware that they are more employable in many occupations with the degree, (2) that learning in the arts and sciences and in a field of specialization leads to understanding and empowerment, and (3) they review their personal plans and recognize that they can effectively meet their most important goals for a bachelor's degree through the BIS.

The BIS Program serves adult students, in particular, who seek a broad, more flexible degree program to help them to advance or become more established in their careers or to improve their understanding of the world around them. 

The Program is assisted by the Interdisciplinary Studies Council, a group of representatives of the various areas found within the curriculum. 

Questions? Please reach out to Dr. Hersey at joanna.hersey@uncp.edu 

Interdisciplinary Studies Council

List of Members

2024-2025

Dr. Joanna Hersey, Council Chair and Interim Director, Associate Dean and Professor, College of Arts and Sciences

Dr. Porter Lillis, Chair, Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice

Dr. Emily Sharum, Chair, Department of Political Science and Public Administration

Dr. Lisa Mitchell, Professor and Associate Dean, School of Education

Tamer Oxendine, Academic Support Coordinator, Interdisciplinary Studies

Tara Hunt, Academic Advisor, Thomas College of Business and Economics

Vacant, Coordinator, Interdisciplinary Studies

Vacant, Director, Interdisciplinary Studies