International Affairs (IA)
IA 250 International Politics 3 Hours
An introductory course in international relations which is designed to acquaint the student with basic theories, terminology, motivations, inter-relationships and problems on an international scale. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code E-SB | SB
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IA 260 Introduction to Comparative Politics 3 Hours
This course examines various characteristics of different political systems around the world. It introduces contending theories which seek to explain differences and similarities in governments and politics. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code E-SB | SB
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IA 300 Model Assembly (Seminar) 1 Hour (repeatable max of 3 hrs)
Explores the workings of a major international organization (e.g., NATO, OAU, Arab League, or UN). Students portray delegates to the organization at a simulation involving university students from around the country. The country being portrayed, the organization being simulated, and cost to student vary year by year.
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IA 303 International Politics and Film 3 Hours
Explores the relationship between international politics and film. Demonstrates how film serves as a political archive and agent of social change and how film affects political views and representations of reality.
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IA 350 Political Terrorism 3 Hours
A survey of terrorism, recent trends, organizational structure, negotiations, role of the media, counter terrorism, and the impact on modern democracies.
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IA 352 International Relations of the Middle East 3 Hours
Introduction to international relations of Middle East and North Africa from historical, theoretical and contemporary perspectives. Focuses on interstate, regional and transnational relations. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code K-SY
Prerequisite(s): 21 hours of Foundations and Explorations Courses, or junior status
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IA 355 International Organization and Law 3 Hours
Explores how the behavior of nominally sovereign countries is constrained or otherwise influenced by international law and other efforts to "organize" international relations. International institutions such as the United Nations and the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe are examined. Note: Permission of instructor.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor
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IA 357 U S Foreign Policy 3 Hours
Analysis of the pattern and process of U.S. foreign policy, particularly in the contemporary era. Includes study of the major internal and external factors, which shape foreign policy decisions. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code K-LG
Prerequisite(s): 21 hours of Foundations and Explorations Courses, or junior status
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IA 360 Government and Politics of Britain and Canada 3 Hours
A comparative analysis of the political cultures, institutions and processes of Britain and Canada. Course includes a comprehensive study of the parliamentary executive system and reference to major topical problems.
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IA 361 Government and Politics of Western Europe 3 Hours
Structured comparative analysis of various Western European states. Includes an examination of political cultures, institutional organizations, and the policy processes in selected states. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code K-LG
Prerequisite(s): 21 hours of Foundations and Explorations Courses, or junior status
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IA 362 Latin American Government and Politics 3 Hours
Basic governmental and political processes in Latin America. Emphasis on social and economic problems, political development, leadership recruitment, political instability and change. Note: Permission of instructor.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor
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IA 363 Politics of Developing Nations 3 Hours
A study of the political culture, processes and problems of nations that have become independent since World War II.
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IA 365 Government and Politics of the Middle East 3 Hours
A comparative analysis of the political culture, institutions and processes of key Middle Eastern states. Focuses on issues of international and geostrategic significance of the region. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code K-LG
Prerequisite(s): 21 hours of Foundations and Explorations Courses, or junior status
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IA 367 Government and Politics of Russia and Eastern Europe 3 Hours
An analysis of government and politics of Russia and Eastern European countries with emphasis on political processes and institutions, political and economic reforms, and the prospects for democratic government. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code K-LG
Prerequisite(s): 21 hours of Foundations and Explorations Courses, or junior status
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IA 368 African Government and Politics 3 Hours
Examines sub-Saharan African political and economic development. Focuses on several selected countries and explores the common political and economic problems and opportunities confronting African states.
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IA 369 Central European Politics 3 Hours
A comparative analysis of the political culture, institutions and processes of Central European states and an examination of the impact of religion, empire and ideology on the political development of that region. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code K-LG
Prerequisite(s): 21 hours of Foundations and Explorations Courses, or junior status
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IA 449 International Political Economy 3 Hours
Explores the role of governments, corporations, non-governmental entities and multilateral institutions in the global economy. Discusses issues of free trade and protectionism, both tariffs and non-tariff barriers to trade. Examines issues of monetary policy in national and international contexts. Note: Permission of instructor.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor
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IA 450 Selected Topics in International Relations 3 Hours
Based in a seminar setting, this course facilitates an extensive exploration of particular aspects of international relations in the contemporary world.
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IA 457 Theories of War and Peace in International Relations 3 Hours
Explores the various theories of the outbreak, conduct and causes of war and theories of war termination and international peace. Note: Permission of instructor. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code K-SC
Prerequisite(s): 21 hours of Foundations and Explorations Courses, or junior status and permission of instructor
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IA 460 Selected Topics in Comparative Politics 3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)
Based on a seminar setting, this course facilitates an extensive exploration of particular aspects of comparative politics in the contemporary world.
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IA 497 Senior Seminar in International Affairs 3 Hours
A capstone seminar that strengthens students' research, written and oral communication skills in international affairs and engages students and faculty in sustained consideration of significant international issues/questions. Note: Permission of instructor may be required.
Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Academy Junior, Academy Senior, Freshman, Junior or Sophomore may not enroll.
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