This introductory course will examine the influence of the British welfare system on social welfare in America. The collectivist thrust of the British social welfare system contrasts sharply with American individualism. This course is designed to analyze these competing philosophical and political approaches for allocating resources to address human need and suffering by looking at societal responses to a range of social problems. Underlying values and attitudes that frame the British and American response to social problems will also be discussed. Students will visit a variety of social agencies in and around London and listen to guest speakers discuss the British response to today s social problems.
Additional expenses are possible for site visits.
Working from the text of the complete works of Shakespeare, this course will coordinate the study of Shakespeare s principal plays with the opportunity to attend performances being staged in London during the term. The student will gain an understanding of dramatic structure, imagery, and the historical background of the plays under discussion. Additional fees for theatre tickets. Aimed at beginning readers of poetry and focused on some of the most important poetry written during the 20 th century, this course helps students gain confidence in reading contemporary literature of all kinds. The goal of this course is to examine briefly the history and conditions that created the EU, the political difficulties it must confront, and the obstacles to enhanced integration.