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The Division of International, Comparative and Area Studies (ICA) is composed of twelve area and international centers in the School of Humanities and Sciences (H&S) at Stanford. ICA provides an arena for students and scholars to explore the increasingly complex world of the twenty-first century from multiple economic, political, social, technological and cultural perspectives. Our twelve distinct programs and centers are essential to the vibrancy of international research and teaching at Stanford. Just as the euphemism of a "shrinking world" has given way to an understanding that the processes of "globalization" are complex and multi-dimensional, so too ICA reflects Stanford’s commitment to innovation and excellence by creating opportunities for both traditional and unexpected connections between its academic programs and centers.