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A study of feminist thought as it applies to the political, economic and social status of women and how it has been expressed through the women's political movement. Students study a number of public policies as they apply to and affect women and examine the opportunities for women to participate in the political process. Part of the American politics concentration and minor; the political science minor; the women and gender studies concentration and minor (0522-482); and may also be taken as an elective. (0513-211, 214 or equivalent). Class 4, Credit 4 (offered occasionally)
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This course presents politics in America from perspectives of African- Americans. The fundamental premise is that race is the most important cleavage in American life and that race has always had and enduring fault line in American society and politics. This course will examine how the presence of Africans in the US affected the founding of the republic and its political institutions from the colonial era to the present. The course will conclude with a comprehensive review of the race-related implications of the 2000 presidential election controversy in the state of Florida. The materials covered in this course will be historically informed. Part of the American politics concentration and minor; the political science minor; and may also be taken as an elective. (0513-211, 214 or equivalent) Class 4, Credit 4 (offered occasionally)
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The course examines the influence of historical, cultural, economic and social factors on the pattern of politics in Sub-Saharan Africa. Focus is directed to the challenges of economic modernization and development; national integration; the promotion of a vibrant and liberal civil society; democratization and stability. Part of the international relations concentration and minor; the political science minor, and may also be taken as an elective. Part of the international studies Middle East track. Class 4, Credit 4 (offered occasionally)
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This course explores contemporary issues facing the American and global political order through the lens of fiction. Particular attention will be paid to the grounds of sound political deliberation, the limitations of prudence and the theory and practice of American political principles both home and abroad. Part of the American politics concentration and minor; the political science minor; and may also be taken as an elective. (0511-213, 214 or equivalent) Class 4, Credit 4 (offered occasionally)
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This course examines domestic and international challenges to the establishment of stable democracies in Latin America. The decades-long battle against narco-terrorism in Columbia, Marxist Revin Peru, wide-spread corruption at most levels of government throughout the region, and legacies of dictatorial military regimes all make Latin America a difficult place for democracy to take root. Compounding these problems are increasing environmental degradation in connection with rising global trade, and massive economic debt to international lenders. Part of the Latino/Latina/Latin American concentration; the Spanish language/culture and international relations concentrations and minors; the political science minor; and may also be taken as an elective. Part of the international studies Latin American track. (0513 211, 214 or equivalent) Class 4, Credit 4 (offered occasionally)
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The study of international law and organizations is the study of international cooperation and governance. We cover a variety of theoretical and substantive topics including the theories of international law and organizations, the historical development of international organizations, how these organizations work in practice, and whether they are effective. We concentrate on the United Nations and the role and usefulness of nongovernmental organizations. Several of the substantive issues discussed are interstate violence and attempts to address humanitarian concerns, globalization, and the environment. Part of the international relations concentration and minor; the legal studies minor; the political science minor; and may also be taken as an elective. (0513-211, 214 or equivalent) Class 4, Credit 4 (offered occasionally)
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Explores the enduring reality of war through an analysis of regional and global conflicts since the establishment of the modern international system. Key concepts include deterrence, appeasement, offensive-defensive military strategies, and international balances of power. These will be applied to several historical cases to explain why wars occur and how they might be avoided. Part of the international relations concentration and minor and the political science minor. It may also be taken as an elective. Class 4, Credit 4 (offered occasionally)
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4.00 Credits
This course examines the causes, methods, and responses of non-state groups attempting to establish new political orders. The combined use of violence with the tactic of terror distinguishes these groups from others seeking political change. Special attention will be given to national and international efforts attempting to resolve such conflicts. Part of the international relations concentration and minor, the political science minor and may also be taken as an elective. (0513-211, 214 or equivalent) Class 4, Credit 4 (offered occasionally)
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4.00 Credits
Examines the interplay between states and markets, and the interaction of the world economy and international politics. We study the nature of political economy, the major ideologies and approaches, and specific topics include trade, investment, debt, and financial markets and the impact of globalization on the human condition and the environment. Part of the international relations concentration and minor; the political science minor; and may also be taken as an elective. (0513-211, 214 or equivalent) Class 4, Credit 4 (offered occasionally)
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4.00 Credits
A study of the main approaches to conflict resolution through a focus on the Arab-Israeli peace process. The discussion will include theories of conflict and conflict resolution, peace studies, negotiation, the role of external powers, and mediation. The course will explore the theoretical topics through a critical examination of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, beginning with Jewish settlement in Ottoman Palestine in the 1880s to the present peace process. Part of the peace studies concentration; the international relations concentration and minor; the political science minor; and may also be taken as an elective. Part of the international studies Middle East track. (0513-211, 214 or equivalent) Class 4, Credit 4 (offered occasionally)
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