Students are required to do individual research and contribute to the general discussion. Reading and research seminar dealing with varying approaches to U.S. diplomacy and culminating in a research paper on American policy toward some major problem, nation, or area. How internal processes of France and Great Britain shape the role those nations play in maintaining or reducing the dependency of former colonies. Historical background, contemporary politics, third world responses. Comparative foreign policy analysis focusing on Chinese relationships with foreigners from the earliest times.
Emphasis is on modern China, but comparisons are drawn with dynastic China.
The leitmotif of contemporary Latin American relations the struggle for development. Within the context of specific case studies, examines how domestic and international forces affect national development efforts. Contemporary international relations among Arab countries, including Maghreb states, and between region and outside countries and blocs. Case studies of continuing penetration of area by imperialism, competing changing faces, and different characters of such forces. Defense of thesis by committee examination is required.