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4.00 Credits
Examines the U.S. Congress as an institution, its relation to the public and to other branches of government, and its impact on public policy. Topics include congressional elections, internal workings of the House and Senate, and comparison of Congress with other national legislatures. There are no prerequisites for this course, but POLI:111 is recommended. 4 SH.
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2.00 Credits
Uses current political issues to examine American public policy and the American public policy process, with emphasis on political institutions and the politics of public policymaking. Issues examined may include crime, welfare, foreign affairs, and other areas of special concern which might arise. There are no prerequisites for this course, but POLI:111 is recommended. 2 SH.
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4.00 Credits
Examines the post-World War II development, institutional structure, and policies of the European Union and its predecessors in the movement toward European integration. Same as HIST:321. 4 SH.
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4.00 Credits
This course explores a number of different themes and frameworks addressing the relationship between the Arab world and the West. Although a historical perspective is given to shed light on the diverse encounters, transformations and changes in this relationship, the main focus will be on contemporary trends, phenomena and perspectives. Going beyond traditional frameworks stressing tension and conflict (i.e., Orientalism, nationalism and Islamism), the readings will also introduce analytical frameworks, which stress cultural exchange, entanglement and dialogue. 4 SH.
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4.00 Credits
Studies the formation and implementation of U.S. foreign policy. Focuses on both the role of the U.S. in the post-WW II era and current foreign and security policy issues. 4 SH.
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4.00 Credits
A study of the relationship between economic development paradigms, institutions and groups in society. It focuses on the international economic relationships, world order and the resultant social and political conflict. More specifically, this course examines how global economic development policy since the 1960s has influenced relations between states, major institutions, organizations and social groupings in both the developed and the developing world. Same as SOCI:333. Prerequisite: SOCI:101 or ANTH:162. 4 SH.
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4.00 Credits
A study of the ways of managing the issues that arise from increasing interdependence among nation-states. It explores the consequences of the growth of international organizations and the proliferation of treaties in areas of security; economics; the environment; and political, social, and human rights. Primary attention is devoted to international governmental organizations, especially the United Nations and the World Court, but international non-governmental organizations (e.g. Amnesty International and Greenpeace) are also considered. There are no prerequisites; however, POLI:131 is recommended. 4 SH.
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4.00 Credits
Analyzes issues of war and conflict in the international system, largely from a theoretical perspective. Students will examine the questions of why states go to war, how wars can be prevented, how states fight wars, and how wars end. Case studies of wars, including World War II and the Gulf War, will be studied. Arms control, terrorism, and peacekeeping are also discussed. There are no prerequisites; however, POLI:131 is recommended. 4 SH.
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4.00 Credits
Examines issues of political interaction with economic forces at the national, international and global levels. Topics studied include: economic systems, international trade and finance, the European Union, NAFTA, OPEC, multinational corporations, economic development, poverty, inequality and global environmental issues. Same as ECON: 338. Prerequisites: sophomore standing; ECON: 201 or ECON: 105 or instructor's permission. 4 SH.
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4.00 Credits
Examines writings of representative political thinkers and movements from colonial through contemporary America. Stresses debates over relevant issues, such as religious freedom, the constitutional system, civil rights for minorities and women, and the role of government in the economy. 4 SH.
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