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Covers the political processes, institutions and policies of the national political system of the United States.

An exploration of the political, economic and social processes between and among actors in the global community.

Introduces the contours of the international economic system, including issues of dependency, aid, trade, multinational corporations and the politics of economic exchange.

Studies the organization and functions of political parties and interest groups, primarily in the political system of the United States.

An examination of the role of laws in society, the fundamental sources of law, and the legal system and its procedures. Develops the skills for legal research, writing and analysis. Introduces the substantive areas of constitutional, contract and criminal law and torts.

This course analyzes the cultural, economic and political spheres of Europe in the wake of the European Union, the demise of the Cold War and broad globalization trends.

This course analyzes the cultural, economic, social and political dimensions of Latin America. Focuses primarily on how several broad issues shape contemporary Latin America.

An overview of the courses and consequences of urbanization in the United States, Western Europe and developing countries, integrating economic, geographical, political and sociological perspectives.

Covers political processes, institutions and policies of urban political systems in the United States.

Studies legislative and executive roles and interactions in the national government of the United States.

This course examines Western imperialism and the nationalistic responses of colonized peoples in order to understand the past and relate it to the present. It examines the British Raj or rule in India as a case study of how imperial rule is imposed and maintained, and the Indian independence movement (especially but not exclusively as led by Mahatma Gandhi) as a model of colonial resistance. The course then examines the different imperial systems Europe imposed on Africa, the struggle by African colonies for self-determination, and the search for identity and stability by newly independent African nations. Included in this last discussion is an exploration of democratic systems as a political solution for countries dealing with the legacy of imperialism.

Trains students in the methods of research relevant to the field of government and world affairs. Examines the entire research process from initial conception to final production.

An introduction to peace studies with a focus on the meanings and nature of peace and non-peace, the origins and causes of conflict and war, and the quest for achieving peace.

An examination and analysis of America's role in the Vietnam conflict.