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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
Provides students with background knowledge and conceptual tools for understanding the politics of contemporary international economic relations. Students are introduced to the major issues of the international political economy and different perspectives approaching these issues. Preq: Sophomore standing.
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Examines the ethical foundations of capitalism. Focuses primarily on the major ethical theories that have supported or criticized capitalism throughout history. Topics include justification of private property, role of corporations, the profit motive, and the source of wealth creation. Preq: Sophomore standing.
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3.00 Credits
Intensive examination of a selected political philosopher, conceptual area within political theory, or political thought of a particular era. May be repeated for a maximum of six credits, but only if different topics are covered. Preq: Sophomore standing.
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3.00 Credits
Important questions from political thought are considered with focus on contemporary issues and authors. Essential concepts and various "isms" of political philosophy (socialism, liberalism, conservatism, etc.) are examined. Practical problems and proposed ways of addressing them are presented and discussed. Preq: Sophomore standing.
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3.00 Credits
American political philosophy from the 17th century to the present with emphasis on political and social developments since the 1770s. Preq: Sophomore standing.
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3.00 Credits
Examination of the unique political environment of the American South, with emphasis on the events and social forces that have shaped politics in the region since World War II. Course material is approached from a variety of perspectives, including history, literature, social themes, and political culture. Preq: Sophomore standing.
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3.00 Credits
Intensive seminar of the principles and practices of America's founders (e.g., Washington, Adams, Jefferson, Madison, and Hamilton). Examines how American revolutionaries struggled between 1765 and 1788 to develop new ideas about rights, liberty, equality, constitutions, republicanism, separation of powers, representation, federalism, etc. Preq: Sophomore standing.
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Examines the conduct of foreign policy in the historical and contemporary context. Explores theories and key concepts of international negotiation, offering a comparative look at the behavior and practice of major powers. Preq: Sophomore standing.
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3.00 Credits
Examination and analysis of the international phenomenon of terrorism and violent extremism in terms of origins, operations, philosophy, and objectives. Preq: Sophomore standing.
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3.00 Credits
Comparative examination of political leaders, focusing particularly on types, methods, and consequences of leadership and on the relationship between leaders and followers. Preq: Sophomore standing.
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