Attention will also be given to African cultures, the effects of the slave trade on Africa, and the effects of African cultures on institutions in the New World. Cross-listed with HIST 574 AAAS 602 U.S. Foreign Policy Toward the Third Word Focuses on the 20th century U.S. political, military, and economic relations with Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East. Examines the impact of the international environment, ideology, the foreign policy bureaucracy, congress, domestic factors, and individual leaders on U.S. policy choices. Evaluation of policy implementation and outcomes. Emphasis on critical theories to which the writers relate.
Topics vary by semester.
May be repeated for credit. Junior in good standing and at least one of AAAS 332, AAAS 333, or ENGL 574, or any similar course. Individual reports and conferences. Prior consultation with the Chair absolutely essential. No enrollment permitted after Week 1.