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3.00 Credits
3 s.h. A comparative analysis of selected Latin American political systems. Focuses on ways political interests are articulated and aggregated, functions, and structure of governments, and capabilities of systems in meeting demands placed on them. Emphasizes connections between political structure and culture. ( LA) Cross-listed as ALS 267. Prerequisite: SoS or 3 s.h. POLS.
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1 s.h. Study of prisons and prisoners through selected readings and visits to one or more prisons in New York State. ( LA) Cross-listed as PSYC 278 and SOCL 278. Prerequisite: SrS, at least two introductory courses in POLS, SOCL, and PSYC, and permission of instructor. Capstone Courses and Experiences
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3.00 Credits
3 s.h. This course will examine the relationship between religious groups and governments in several countries throughout the world. The historical development of "secular" political systems and inevitabletensions in efforts to separate church and state will be considered with some focus on the USA. The emergence of "fundamentalist"groups and Christian, Moslem, Hindu, and Buddhist religions will be considered in relation to political cultures and governmental policies. ( LA)
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3.00 Credits
3 s.h. Students will prepare to represent at a National Model United Nations Conference. The course focuses on the preparation for the simulation through readings, discussion, and role-playing. Students will learn about the country's foreign and domestic policies, the international system of diplomacy, and the issues confronting the United Nations. The highlight of the course is a field trip to the conference site and interaction with university and college students from throughout the country and world, at student cost. The course may be repeated once for credit. ( LA)
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3.00 Credits
3 s.h. A systematic and in-depth analysis of international political economy focusing on both state and non-state actors. Special emphases on multinational corporations in terms of their operating methods, goals and impact; multilateral organizations including the WTO, IMF, and GATT; and issues of government control. Examines issues of sovereignty, free trade, currency devaluations, labor unions, and the environment from several theoretical perspectives. ( LA) Prerequisite: SoS or 3 s.h. POLS.
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3.00 Credits
3 s.h. Examines contemporary issues and the process of foreign policymaking. Considers conflicts between bureaucracies, functions of the President, and Congressional interests in light of efforts to coordinate policies. Defines long-range foreign policy objectives considering the cultural characteristics and natural resource needs of the American political system. ( LA) Prerequisite: SoS or 3 s.h. POLS.
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1.00 Credits
1 s.h. Focuses on diplomatic efforts to secure acceptance of the idea of human rights and to legitimize foreign policies in terms of human rights. Examines several United Nations covenants on human rights, along with contemporary case studies that contrast "realistic" and"idealistic" rights-oriented policies. (LA)Prerequisite: SoS or 3 s.h. POLS.
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1.00 Credits
1 s.h. Examines the tragic failure of the international political system to respond to numerous occurrences of genocide in the twentieth century. In addition to the Holocaust, case studies include the genocide of Armenians, Cambodians, Rwandans. The course examines research on the meanings of genocide and its causes as well as efforts to develop international laws, tribunals, and mechanisms to discourage the crime. ( LA) Prerequisite: SoS or 3 s.h. POLS.
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1.00 Credits
1 s.h. Examines the government and politics of Israel, terrorism, the "peace process" and conflict related to the Palestinian population, issues related to the Arab States, oil resources, and U.S. foreign policies. While the primary focus of the course will be on Israel, several different perspectives on the Arab-Israeli conflict will be presented. Prerequisite: SoS or 3 s.h. POLS. ( LA)
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3.00 Credits
3 s.h. Analyzes the organization of American military services and the role of combat in pursuit of national political objectives. The Cold War period, beginning with the Korean War and ending with the Persian Gulf War, will be examined. The problems of maintaining civilian control of military and defense department policies will be carefully considered. ( LA) Prerequisite: SoS or 3 s.h. POLS.
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