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3.00 Credits
The principal themes of Existentialism will be investigated through selected readings of major thinkers. Special emphasis will be given to Kierkegaard, Nietzsche, Heidegger and Sartre. Prerequisite: PL 203, 204 or consent of Department.
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3.00 Credits
In this course students will be introduced to the fundamentals of federal, state, and local government in the United States, with emphasis on how political, social and human values are expressed in our political system. Students will examine both the institutions and participants crucial to democratic government in the United States.
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3.00 Credits
This course is a survey of the different systems that nations of the world use to govern themselves. In addition to examining specific countries, students will analyze topics such as political and economic development, and democratization. Special attention will be given to current and historical challenges facing different regions of the world including poverty, health care, and human rights.
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3.00 Credits
In this course students will be introduced to law and legal systems with emphasis on how the principles and applications of civil and criminal law affect citizens. Areas of focus will include family law, juvenile proceedings, and business and consumer law.
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3.00 Credits
In this course students will explore and reflect on issues underlying political events and the current political environment. Recent offerings have included the politics of race and ethnicity, and international terrorism.
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3.00 Credits
Students will examine how nations interact in a complex, interdependent world. Topics will include globalization, diplomacy, security, conflict resolution, economics, international law, human rights, terrorism, and the environment.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
In this course students will study the history, organization and structure of the United Nations; the history, economy, government and foreign policy of a particular country; and current topics of concern in international relations. The course will begin in the fall semester and conclude after participation in a regional Model United Nations conference in St. Louis in February. Students will meet once a week for one hour, and also participate as a club in University and community events. This may be taken more than once for a total of 4 credits.
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3.00 Credits
Students will explore the origins and history of women's roles as voters, candidates, activists and officeholders in U.S. politics and government. Students will examine the roles of women and men in both the public sphere and in the home. In addition, the course will address issues that may affect men and women differently, including education, health care and reproduction, service in the military, and family law.
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3.00 Credits
In this course, students will examine the impact of nuclear, chemical and biological (NBC) weapons on international security. Students will examine the history and development of weapons proliferation, and the arsenals of the United States and other NBC states. Students will explore the physical and psychological effects of weapons of mass destruction, and analyze nuclear deterrence and other strategies. Students will discuss the ethical and moral questions of NBC weapons, arms control and disarmament efforts, and the dangers of NBC weapons and terrorism.
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3.00 Credits
Students will examine the foundations and moral bases of human rights, the history of human rights, international efforts to construct norms, treaties, and enforcement measures, and the role of human rights in international politics. Students will examine current human rights violations including human trafficking, torture and genocide. Students will contribute to solutions to these problems by participating in community and international organizations.
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