If you already fill the language requirement, we generally recommend that you do the Five College Certificate. Government 241 is an introduction to the minor. It is best to take this course early in your IR studies so that you are familiar with the main paradigms of international relations thinking along with many of the substantive issues in the field. The course is open to first year students, although it is a demanding course and students generally find it to be easier after they have adjusted to college. If you are planing to study abroad your junior year, we strongly urge you to take this course before you go abroad.
Many students fulfill minor requirements during a junior year abroad, or in summer school.
You should discuss whether the course will satisfy the minor with your IR advisor before you take a course at another institution. Also remember that in addition to Government 241, no more than two of the requirements may be taken within the same department. Find an IR advisor. It can be any faculty member listed as an advisor. You should meet with your advisor to discuss what courses to take to fulfill the minor.