WKS 359A - Role of the U.S.in Mid-Eastern Affiars

Institution:

Antioch University-Midwest (Closed)

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The study of the Middle East and American involvement in this region is an important, perhaps necessary, component of an educational experience with a global and cross-cultural focus and an informed citizenship. The Middle East is a crossroads between Africa, Asia, and Europe. Its strategic location, vast oil resources, ancient civilizations, rich cultural heritage, and growing population are academically, politically, economically, and culturally of interest to both the Global North and South. The Middle East is the birthplace of three monotheistic religions-Judaism, Christianity, and Islam-as well as a repository for Greek philosophical ideas and scientific discoveries, which were later transmitted to the West through the works of Muslim scholars. The region has made significant contributions to the Western and indeed to the world civilization. They include development of algebra, fundamental discoveries in medicine, chemistry, astronomy, and architecture, great artistic and literary works, and profound social, philosophical and spiritual thoughts.

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1.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.antioch.edu

Phone Number:

(937) 769-1800

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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