POLS 303 International Relations
This course helps students develop the ability to analyze and evaluate the actions of states and non-state actors in contemporary world affairs through comparison of Western and Non-Western societies. It addresses questions of why nations go to war and how they make peace and showcases cultural explanations from theories of international relations. The course explores the impact of power differentials in the relationships between states as they relate to practices, beliefs, traditions and histories and examines challenges to the state-centric systems such as terrorism, politicized religion, imperialism, and ideology. Prerequisites: ENGL 102 and any three-hour Behavioral and Social Perspectives general education course. Junior/Senior status recommended. (General Education - World Cultures). Three credit hours.