Courses

I.R. 106 Research Experience

Directed experience conducting research under the supervision of a faculty member. Open to all students (major and non-major). May be repeated once for credit. 1/2 Unit

Offerings

Semester	Instructor	Time
Fall 2019	A. Mihalache-O'Keef

I.R. 209 Res. Methods in Public Affairs

An examination of the research methodologies and techniques used in the study of public policy and politics. The course emphasizes both qualitative and quantitative methods. The lab focuses on statistical applications. (Cross-listed as CJUS 209/POLI 209). (1)Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. 1 Unit

Pre-requisites/Comments Sophomore standing, POLI 111 or 112 & one other course in the major; or ENVI 105 or permission.

Offerings

Semester	Instructor	Time
Fall 2019	A. Mihalache-O'Keef	M/W/F 12:00PM-2:10PM
Spring 2020	A. Mihalache-O'Keef	M/W/F 12:00PM-2:10PM

I.R. 223 Comp Poli Syst: Middle East

The government and politics of the Middle East. (1) 1 Unit

Pre-requisites/Comments POLI-111

Offerings

Semester	Instructor	Time
Spring 2020	J. Snow	M/W 2:20PM-3:50PM

I.R. 224 Comparative Polit Sys: Africa

The government and politics of Sub-Saharan African politics. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. 1 Unit

Pre-requisites/Comments POLI-111 or permission.

Offerings

Semester	Instructor	Time
Fall 2019	J. Rubongoya	T/Th 10:10AM-11:40AM

I.R. 231 International Politics

An examination of the nature of the international political system, the perspectives and behaviors of nation-states, and the role and influence of both intergovernmental organizations and non-governmental actors. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. 1 Unit

Pre-requisites/Comments POLI-111 or permission

Offerings

Semester	Instructor	Time
Spring 2020	J. Rubongoya	T/Th 10:10AM-11:40AM

I.R. 232 International Organizations

An examination of global and regional organizations. The nature and functions of both governmental and non-governmental institutions will be discussed. A model United Nations Security Council simulation exercise is an integral course component. Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. 1 Unit

Pre-requisites/Comments POLI-111 or permission

Offerings

Semester	Instructor	Time
Fall 2019	J. Snow	M/W 2:20PM-3:50PM

I.R. 247 Theory in Int Relations

In-depth examination of the theoretical lenses in the field of International Relations, complemented by the application of the theories to contemporary global issues. (Cross-listed with POLI 247)(1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. 1 Unit

Pre-requisites/Comments Take POLI-231 or permission

Offerings

Semester	Instructor	Time
Spring 2020	A. Mihalache-O'Keef	M/W 4:00PM-5:30PM

I.R. 352 Human Rights Policy

An introduction to the principles of human rights from a comparative policy-making perspective. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. 1 Unit

Pre-requisites/Comments POLI-111 or permission.

Offerings

Semester	Instructor	Time
Spring 2020	J. Rubongoya	M/W/F 10:50AM-11:50AM

I.R. 353 U.S. Foreign Policy

An introduction to the foreign policy process of the United States. Selected issues in United States foreign policy in The Cold War and post Cold War eras will also be analyzed. (1) Lecture: 3 hrs/wk. 1 Unit

Pre-requisites/Comments POLI-112 or permission.

Offerings

Semester	Instructor	Time
Fall 2019	J. Garrison	M/W/F 1:10PM-2:10PM

I.R. 401 Senior Seminar in Int'l Rela

A multidisciplinary seminar on selected topics in international relations for se nior students. Seminar: 3 hrs/wk. 1 Unit

Pre-requisites/Comments POLI-247 or I.R.-247 I.R-209 or POLI-209

Offerings

Semester	Instructor	Time
Spring 2020	J. Rubongoya	T 1:10PM-4:10PM

I.R. 406 Independent Study

Supervised review of literature and a re search project in the area of internatio nal relations. 1 Unit

Offerings

Semester	Instructor	Time
Spring 2020	J. Snow

I.R. 416 Internship

A supervised placement providing practic al experience in an agency relating to i nternational relations. 1 Unit

Offerings

Semester	Instructor	Time
Spring 2020	A. Mihalache-O'Keef

I.R. 497 Honors Project

A program of independent study culminating in a paper, artistic creation, or performance. 1/2 Unit

Offerings

Semester	Instructor	Time
Fall 2019	D. Ball