Prof. Maureen Smith. Not available in Aroostook and Washington Counties. This course is designed as an introduction to the contemplative traditions of East and West related to peace, especially that sense of peace that begins with inner harmony and concentration. The focus will primarily be on Zen Buddhism, although Western contemplative traditions that reflect a similar dynamic will be examined in some depth. This course is delivered by computer conferencing and World Wide Web resources.
Computers are available at sites and centers statewide.
An introductory study of the major principles, structures, processes and policies of the United States government. The course emphasizes such topics as the Constitution and its development, civil liberties, federalism, the role of political parties and interest groups, and the nature of the presidency, the bureaucracy, the congress and the national courts. CR 3 Asst. See BUAA 223 for course description. The U.S. and Middle East survey of factors and forces that influence American foreign policy in the Middle East, with special emphasis on the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, relations with Iran, and the U.S. military presence in the Persian Gulf.