International Studies 272 - Post- Nationalism: The Post- Soviet Sphere

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Macalester College

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The USSR's 1991 dissolution ended one of history's great experiments. Socialism sought to dissolve ethnicity andovercome ethnic conflict with a focus on equality. Instead it exacerbated nationalism and created-separated identities. But how Topics include ethno-creation, control, and resistance; ethnic animosities and the USSR's destruction; new states after 1991; "diaspora" populations beyond ethnic homelands; local rebellions; new"native" dictatorships; and recent international organizations. Alternate years; next offered Spring 2009. (4credits)

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4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.macalester.edu

Phone Number:

(651) 696-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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