Hst 486 Modern Turkey
A study of the formation and evolution of the Turkish Republic. Coverage runs from the late-Ottoman legacy (19th century) to an overview of the republican period (since 1923). Discussion of authoritarianism and democratization, religion and secularism, nationalism and minorities, migration and urbanization, and relations with Europe and America. Also offered for graduate-level credit as Hst 586 and may be taken only once for credit. Expected preparation: upper-division standing.