Forces and factors in the struggle for world power and influence are studied. Focus is on the role of nationalism in struggles both in Europe and the Third World, and on the new role of the United Nations in the wake of the Cold War. Class discussion involves students in the critical analysis of major world issues. Liberal Arts elective. Provide knowledge of how social factors influence individual behavior.
Topics can include attraction, cooperation, dominance, influence and leadership.
Students learn to participate more effectively in daily social interaction. Format consists of lecture, class discussion, films and specific assignments. Liberal Arts elective. Focusing on the politics and policies among nations, this course explores balance of power, balance of terror, terrorism, developing countries, international economic transactions, multinational corporations, international organizations and the foreign policies of the major powers. Writing emphasis elective.