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3.00 Credits
An exploration of one of the most actively debated and contentious issues in contemporary philosophy: What is the nature of the human mind Examines current theories and their relationship to the claims of artificial intelligence, neuropsychology and Christian understandings of human nature, as well as the question of determinism versus free will. Fall semester, even years.
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1.00 Credits
Writing and discussion intended to give senior students an opportunity to integrate the various strands of their philosophical education and reflect on their future. Fall semester, senior year.
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3.00 Credits
Overview of founding principles, political culture, decision-making processes and institutions of American government.
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3.00 Credits
Examination of representative African peoples, countries, lifestyles, and beliefs. Topics covered will include media coverage of Africa, traditional and modernizing influences on African lives today, Africans as global citizens, health, gender, religion and rites of passage. Jan Term.
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3.00 Credits
Character and major problems of international life in today's world. Foreign policy behavior of major states, traditional and recent security issues, causes of war and conflicts, impact of independence.
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3.00 Credits
An analysis of the history, processes and institutions involved in making U.S. foreign policy. The global response to U.S. foreign policy is also prominently featured. Case studies drawn from film where international relations and foreign policy are emphasized. Every third Jan Term.
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3.00 Credits
The causes of America's involvement in the war in Vietnam, the military strategies employed, the political decision making, and the effects of the war on American society will be examined. Particular attention will be paid to the lessons of the war. Periodic offering. Cross-listed as PO 309, HI 209, HI 309.
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3.00 Credits
The role of law in society. Participants in the legal system (lawyers, judges, police, juries), study of the structure of the judicial system, trial procedures. Periodic offering.
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4.00 Credits
Different governmental styles and political life of selected European, Asian and Latin American governments. Comparisons of government structures, functions and outcomes. The course will examine democratic, authoritarian, patron-client and revolutionary systems.
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3.00 Credits
The role and functioning of parties in American politics and government. Interest groups, political-action committees, campaigning and voting behavior are also examined. Students work in local campaigns.
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