Guilford College Catalog 2026-2027

I. Core Common Courses: (4 credits x 2 = 8 credits), which must include:

1. INTR 230

   Theories & Methods in International Studies. 4. This course will introduce students to the prominent, historical, and current theories and methods of the discipline of International Studies. Thematic foci will include international political theory, the intersections of global economics and social justice movements, modalities of the humanities in intercultural contexts, and cultural relativism. Central to the course will be inquiry into methodologies of how we might engage with an international world. This course is a requirement for all majors and minors in International Studies. There are no prerequisites for this course. Fulfill environmental responsibility and evaluating systems

   As published: “Theories & Methods in International Studies”
   4
2. INTR 465

   International Research Colloquium. 4. This is a seminar-style collaborative course that serves as the culminating course for International Studies majors, although it is open to any student who has successfully completed INTA 230. In this course, each student will design and complete a research project culminating in a research paper at least 20 pages (double-spaced, 12 font size) in length. Fulfills the Senior Seminar requirement for the Integrative Experience

   As published: “International Research Colloquium”
   4

II. Four Specialty Track Courses : (4 credits x 4 = 16 credits), which must include: One designated core survey course

Asian Studies Specialty Track (16 credits)

- Core Survey Course (4 credits)

1. HIST 164

   Asia Pacific in Modern Times. 4. Introduces the themes necessary to understand Asian Pacific countries today: cultural legacies, colonialism, the rise of nationalism and communism, war and revolution, as well as contemporary issues facing the region. Includes the countries of East Asia ? China, Japan and Korea ? and Southeast Asia ? Vietnam, Indonesia, The Philippines, Cambodia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Thailand, and others. Fulfills intercultural requirement (1998). Sociocultural engagement requirement (2019). When ?HP? precedes title, also fulfills historical perspectives (1998 & 2019)

   As published: “Asia Pacific in Modern Times”
   4

Select three of the following (4 credits X 3 = 12 credits)

Note: two of the three courses must be at 300/400 level

1. HIST 188

   History of East Asia to 1800. 4. This course introduces students to major trends in East Asian (Chinese, Japanese and Korean) history prior to 1800. Major themes in the course include traditional philosophies and religions such as Confucianism, Daoism, and Buddhism, formation of aristocratic empires, rise of new elites, interaction between sedentary and nomadic civilizations, cultural identities, ?technologies? of rule and trading networks, and East Asia from a global perspective. Fulfills humanities and intercultural requirement (1998). Fulfills arts/humanities and sociocultural engagement requirements

   As published: “History of East Asia to 1800”
   4
2. HIST 266

   Modern China in Film. 4. Examines the dynamic changes that have occurred in Chinese society since the death of Mao Zedong in 1976. Using Chinese feature films produced since the 1980s, the course examines how economic reform has dramatically changed Chinese society and focuses on the relationship between art and politics in the People?s Republic. Fulfills intercultural requirement (1998). Fulfills sociocultural engagement requirement

   As published: “Modern China in Film”
   4
3. HIST 268

   Gender and Sexuality in Chinese History. 4. Traces the history of gender relations and sexuality in China from the imperial age, when ?for a woman to be without ability [was] a virtue,? through a revolutionary era (1850-1950), which broadened women?s options, to the socialist period, in which ?women [were said to] hold up half the sky.? For each of these three periods, the course examines the multiple factors that shaped gender relations and sexuality in Chinese society. Fulfills intercultural requirement (1998). Fulfills sociocultural engagement requirement

   As published: “Gender and Sexuality in Chinese History”
   4
4. HIST 283

   Silk & Silver: Imperial China. 4. Explores Chinese history from the time of Confucius to the mid-19th century. Themes include the struggle for unification, the interplay between Confucian and Buddhist values, China's relationship to nomadic peoples, the growth of despotism, social organization patterns and China's artistic and scientific contributions to the world. Fulfills humanities and intercultural requirements (1998). Fulfills arts/humanities and sociocultural engagement requirements

   As published: “Silk & Silver: Imperial China”
   4
5. HIST 284

   China in Revolution. 4. Analyzes the causes of five revolutions in 19th and 20th century China. Topics include the impact of Western imperialism on China, peasant uprisings, the nationalist struggle for ?strength and wealth,? the rise of communism and efforts to create a socialist utopia under Mao Zedong (Mao Tse-tung) (1949-1976), and China?s reforms in the post-Mao era. Fulfills intercultural requirement (1998). Fulfills sociocultural engagement requirement

   As published: “China in Revolution”
   4
6. HIST 285

   Samurai in Word and Image. 4. The course examines medieval Japanese history through one of the most distinct elements of pre-20th century Japanese society ? the samurai warriors. We will discuss the origin, social composition, ethos, political positions, and popular perceptions of the samurai as reflected in historical texts, woodblock prints, as well as films. We will also analyze the ways in which the image of the samurai has been appropriated in the media and films to reflect the shifting cultural and political currents of modern times. Fulfills humanities and intercultural requirements (1998). Fulfills arts/ humanities and sociocultural engagement requirements

   As published: “Samurai in Word and Image”
   4
7. HIST 268

   Gender and Sexuality in Chinese History. 4. Traces the history of gender relations and sexuality in China from the imperial age, when ?for a woman to be without ability [was] a virtue,? through a revolutionary era (1850-1950), which broadened women?s options, to the socialist period, in which ?women [were said to] hold up half the sky.? For each of these three periods, the course examines the multiple factors that shaped gender relations and sexuality in Chinese society. Fulfills intercultural requirement (1998). Fulfills sociocultural engagement requirement

   As published: “Gender and Sexuality in Chinese History”
   4
8. JAPN 220

   Women in Modern Japan. 4. Examines the lives of Japanese women within the contexts of such social institutions as education, marriage, family, work and mass media. Taught in English. Fulfills humanities and intercultural requirements (1998). Arts/humanities and sociocultural engagement requirements

   As published: “Women in Modern Japan”
   4
9. JAPN 221

   Contemporary Japanese Society. 4. Interdisciplinary course examines popular American attitudes toward Japan and social construction of national identity in contemporary Japan (as well as challenges to this identity). Studies social conditions, popular culture and racial and ethnic minorities in Japan. Taught in English. Fulfills humanities and intercultural requirements (1998). Arts/humanities and sociocultural engagement requirements

   As published: “Contemporary Japanese Society”
   4
10. JAPN 310

    Media, Gender and Nation in Japan. 4. Examines the roles of mass media in the construction of gendered national identity in Japan. Taught in English. Fulfills intercultural requirement (1998). Sociocultural engagement requirement

    As published: “Media, Gender and Nation in Japan”
    4
11. PSCI 210

    East Asian Politics. 4. An introduction to the political systems of East Asian countries. While examining a broad background of history and culture in comparative perspective about East Asian countries and its influence on shaping contemporary political systems, this course investigates political culture, political institutions and processes, and the impact of modernization, ideology, the role of political elites and social dynamics. Fulfills intercultural requirement (1998). Sociocultural engagement requirement

    As published: “East Asian Politics”
    4
12. PSCI 275

    Asia and the World. 4. An introduction to international relations among Asian countries. This course examines how domestic politics, political culture, history and social changes in these countries shape, and how they are shaped by, international politics in the region. Particular emphasis on the dynamics of great power relations and Cold War and post-Cold War competition in Asia. Fulfills intercultural requirement (1998). Sociocultural engagement requirement

    As published: “Asia and the World”
    4
13. PSCI 315

    Chinese Politics. 4. Examines Chinese political history, political ideology, political institutions, political processes as well as some key issues in Chinese politics, providing a comprehensive introduction to developments since the Communist revolution Fulfills intercultural requirement (1998). Sociocultural engagement requirement

    As published: “Chinese Politics”
    4
14. PSCI 316

    China and the World. 4. Examines China?s contemporary international relations and the major military, political and economic elements of Chinese foreign policy in the context of their development since 1949. Fulfills intercultural requirement (1998). Sociocultural engagement requirement

    As published: “China and the World”
    4
15. REL 208

    Hinduism

    Not resolved to a course
    4
16. REL 283

    HP:Religions of the Minorities of Southwest China. 4

    As published: “HP:Religions of the Minorities of Southwest China”
    4
17. REL 317

    Women in Tibetan Buddhism. 4

    As published: “Women in Tibetan Buddhism”
    4
18. REL 318

    Tibetan & Himalayan Religions 4 Latin America

    As published: “Tibetan & Himalayan Religions”
    4
19. REL 319

    Buddhist Emptiness. 4

    As published: “Buddhist Emptiness”
    4
20. REL 445

    Shamanism

    Not resolved to a course
    4

European Studies Specialty Track (16 credits)

- Core Survey Course (4 credits)

HIST 238

- Select three of the following (4 credits x 3 = 12 credits)

Note: two of the three courses must be 300/400 level

1. ART 235

   Art History: Renaissance in Florence (HIST 235). 4. The course discusses the history of Renaissance Florence, its economy, society, politics and culture, in relation to the other major Italian city-states. A main theme of the course is how politics and religion combine during this time and find their expression in art and culture. No Prerequisite. Fulfills arts requirement (1998). Arts/humanities requirement

   As published: “Art History: Renaissance in Florence (HIST 235)”
   4
2. HIST 235

   The Renaissance in Florence (ART 235). 4. The course discusses the history of Renaissance Florence, its economy, society, politics and culture, in relation to the other major Italian city-states. A main theme of the course is how politics and religion combine during this time and find their expression in art and culture. Fulfills arts requirement (1998). Fulfills arts/ humanities requirement

   As published: “The Renaissance in Florence (ART 235)”
   4
3. ENGL 221

   British Literature I. 4. Intensive study of representative works and survey of issues from the Anglo-Saxon period through the 18th century. Recommended for all beginning majors and prospective majors.Prerequisite: ENGL 102. Fulfills humanities requirement (1998). Arts/humanities requirement

   As published: “British Literature I”
   4
4. ENGL 222

   British Literature II. 4. Intensive study of major literary figures and changing forms from the Romantic period to the present.Prerequisite: ENGL 102. Fulfills humanities requirement (1998). Arts/humanities requirement

   As published: “British Literature II”
   4
5. ENGL 223

   Shakespeare. 4. General introduction to the comedies, histories and/or tragedies.Prerequisite: ENGL 102. Fulfills humanities requirement (1998). Arts/humanities requirement

   As published: “Shakespeare”
   4
6. ENGL 306

   Medieval Literature. 4. Studies texts from the earliest period of English literary production (roughly from the fall of Rome to 1485). Genres may include epic, romance, drama, lyric, allegory, hagiography. May also include developing introductory skills in Anglo- Saxon, history of the English language, Middle English or paleography.Prerequisite: ENGL 102 and Historical Perspectives. Fulfills humanities requirement (1998). Arts/humanities requirement

   As published: “Medieval Literature”
   4
7. ENGL 309

   Early Modern Literature. 4. Examines one of the most prolific literary periods in the English tradition (roughly 1485- 1700). Texts may include epic or lyric poetry, fiction, essays and tragic, comedic or closet drama. Special emphasis will be given to non- Shakespearean texts.Prerequisite: ENGL 102 and Historical Perspectives. Fulfills humanities requirement (1998). Arts/humanities requirement

   As published: “Early Modern Literature”
   4
8. ENGL 327

   British Romantic Literature. 4. Selected British poetry, fiction and non-fiction prose written between 1780 and 1832 with special attention to intellectual and cultural issues such as imagination and perception, nature, aesthetic theory and industrialization, and/ or the relationship between literature and the political/historical issues of the period. These include human rights, abolition and the slave trade, the French Revolution, the Napoleonic Wars, and reform.Prerequisite: ENGL 102 and Historical Perspectives

   As published: “British Romantic Literature”
   4
9. ENGL 328

   Victorian Literature. 4. Selected British poetry, fiction and non-fiction prose written between 1832 and 1901 with special attention to intellectual and cultural issues such as the divided self, gender, childhood, science and religion, and sexuality. The course also draws attention to the relationship between literature and the political/historical issues of the period including imperialism, the monarchy and the rise of the middle class.Prerequisite: ENGL 102 and Historical Perspectives

   As published: “Victorian Literature”
   4
10. FREN 315

    French and Francophone Cinema. 4. Study of French and Francophone cinema as well as societal and cultural influences. Specific directors, films and themes will vary. Course is repeatable with different topics.Prerequisite: FREN 220. Fulfills humanities requirement (1998). Arts/humanities requirement

    As published: “French and Francophone Cinema”
    4
11. FREN 365

    Literature and Culture: Period. 4. Study of French and Francophone culture and society within a defined period of time, e.g., the Renaissance, the Enlightenment, Romanticism, along with the period?s defining characteristics and lasting influences. Course is repeatable with different topics.Prerequisite: FREN 220 and FREN 310, FREN 311 or FREN 315

    As published: “Literature and Culture: Period”
    4
12. FREN 375

    Literature and Culture: Theme. 4. Study of French and Francophone culture and society through the lens of a particular theme. Themes may be universal in nature (love, death, the nation, the Other) or more specific (the City of Paris, Revolutionary writings, the Dreyfus affair). Course is repeatable with different topics.Prerequisite: FREN 220 and FREN 310, FREN 311 or FREN 315

    As published: “Literature and Culture: Theme”
    4
13. FREN 385

    Literature and Culture: Genre. 4. Study of French and Francophone culture and society through a particular literary genre, e.g. the novel, theatre, poetry. Consideration will be given to how historical periods have given rise to certain literary genres and how genres have influenced literary and cultural movements. Course is repeatable with different topics.Prerequisite: FREN 220 and FREN 310, FREN 311 or FREN 315

    As published: “Literature and Culture: Genre”
    4
14. GERM 310

    Contemporary German Culture. 4. Analysis and discussion of literary and cultural texts and films from 1945 to the present. Further development of writing skills.Prerequisite: GERM 202 or placement. Fall, every third year

    As published: “Contemporary German Culture”
    4
15. GERM 311

    German Youth Culture. 4. Analysis and discussion of youth literature, as well as journalism and film aimed at German youth.Prerequisite: GERM 202 or placement. Fall, every third year. Fulfills humanities requirement (1998). Arts/ humanities requirement

    As published: “German Youth Culture”
    4
16. GERM 320

    Culture and Society: The Weimar Republic. 4. Analysis and discussion of German films and literature of the Weimar Republic, as well as short texts of cultural, political and historical relevance.Prerequisite: GERM 202 or placement. Fall, every third year. Fulfills humanities requirement (1998). Arts/humanities requirement

    As published: “Culture and Society: The Weimar Republic”
    4
17. GERM 400

    Seminar. 4. Students will explore more advanced approaches to culture and literature and conduct research on a final paper. The seminar will focus on pre-19th century, 19th century, and 20th century/contemporary material in a three-year sequence. Required of majors.Prerequisite: GERM 300 level or placement and Historical Perspectives. Spring; repeatable. Fulfills humanities requirement (1998). Arts/humanities requirement

    As published: “Seminar”
    4
18. HIST 101

    Medieval Lives in Love and War. 4. This course examines the many changes in medieval Europe, centered around the idea of a ?Christian Empire? in ?Europe? from the time of Charlemagne in the 9th century to the mid-15th century. Through a close reading of sources in law, literature, religion, and biography, students explore a variety of topics: intercultural exchange, religious diversity, the papacy, crusades, feudalism, romance, and medieval art. Fulfills humanities and social justice/environmental responsibility requirements; when ?HP? precedes title, only fulfills historical perspectives and social justice/environmental responsibility requirements (1998). Arts/humanities and evaluating systems and environments requirements; when ?HP? precedes title, only fulfills historical perspectives and evaluating systems and environments requirements (2019). HPPrerequisite: ENGL 102

    As published: “Medieval Lives in Love and War”
    4
19. HIST 102

    The Web of Europe since 1400. 4. This course investigates the genesis and movements of the modern period, from the Renaissance to the fall of the Iron Curtain. On the basis of contemporary documents, students will discuss such issues as nationalism, the Reformation, absolutism, religion in the Age of Reason, egalitarianism and totalitarianism. Fulfills humanities requirement; when ?HP? precedes title, fulfills historical perspectives requirement (1998). Fulfills arts/humanities requirement; when ?HP? precedes title, fulfills historical perspectives requirement

    As published: “The Web of Europe since 1400”
    4
20. HIST 219

    The Age of Dictators: Europe, 1920s-30s. 4. This course focuses on one of the most turbulent and significant periods of modern European history: the period between the two World Wars from approximately 1919 to 1939. The course will deal primarily with the Soviet Union, Germany, Italy, Great Britain and France, though students may explore other nations through independent research projects. Fulfills arts/humanities requirement

    As published: “The Age of Dictators: Europe, 1920s-30s”
    4
21. HIST 233

    Medieval Civilization: Crusades and Chivalry. 4. This course investigates medieval civilization through some of its most intriguing characters ? crusaders, pilgrims and knights. The course also will explore developments in medieval church and religion, issues of international law or human rights, religious and ethnic diversity, social class and privilege, and the romance and ethics of knighthood and courtly love. Fulfills humanities requirement (1998). Fulfills arts/humanities requirement

    As published: “Medieval Civilization: Crusades and Chivalry”
    4
22. HIST 236

    Reformation: Luther to Fox (REL 236). 4. The course is designed to introduce students to a basic understanding of events and ideas during the tumultuous era of religious and social change in Europe, from 1500 to 1660, from Martin Luther to George Fox. A focal point of the readings will be the view of community held by reformers and their followers, in a religious, political, and social sense. Fulfills humanities requirement (1998). Fulfills arts/humanities and evaluating systems and environments requirements (2019). Cross-listed as REL 236

    As published: “Reformation: Luther to Fox (REL 236)”
    4
23. REL 236

    Reformation: Luther to Fox (HIST 236)

    Not resolved to a course
    4
24. HIST 237

    Europe in Revolution, 1789-1914. 4. A study of the main issues in 19th-century Western Europe ? industrialization, shift from monarchy to constitutional government, growth of nationalism, socialism and imperialism ? and their impact on Europe by the eve of the war in 1914. Fulfills humanities requirement; when ?HP? precedes title, fulfills historical perspectives requirement (1998). Fulfills arts/humanities requirement; when ?HP? precedes title, fulfills historical perspectives requirement

    As published: “Europe in Revolution, 1789-1914”
    4
25. HIST 255

    The Second World War. 4. This course examines the developments of the Second World War, and the war?s impact on states, societies and international relations. It especially contrasts contingency in negotiations and on the battlefield on the one hand, with more inflexible causes in culture and economics on the other. Fulfills humanities requirement (1998). Fulfills arts/humanities requirement

    As published: “The Second World War”
    4
26. HIST 289

    The French Revolution and Napoleon. 4. Examines the French Revolution and Napoleon?s rule from 1789 to 1814, exploring origins of the revolution, its moderate and radical phases, the rise and fall of Napoleon, and the period?s legacy. The course particularly illuminates tensions between tradition and change, democracy and dictatorship, justice and terror, and political ideologies and social realities. Fulfills humanities and social justice/environmental responsibility requirements (1998). Fulfills arts/humanities and evaluating systems and environments requirements

    As published: “The French Revolution and Napoleon”
    4
27. HIST 314

    Immigration & a Multicultural Europe, 1800-Present. 4. This class analyzes migration and immigration in Europe as both a cause and consequence of wider historical change from the Industrial Revolution in the early 1800s, through the upheaval of the World Wars, to the ethnic clashes of the 21st century. It will examine the engines of migration: the pull of employment, the push of poverty, the demands of terror and of war, the will of governments, and the choices of individuals. Further, it will consider how ethnicity, regionalism, nationalism, class, race and gender shaped the ability of immigrants to integrate into their new homes. Additionally, it will assess how the influx of new peoples reshaped the localities, regions and nations in which they arrived. Fulfills humanities requirement (1998). Fulfills arts/humanities requirement

    As published: “Immigration & a Multicultural Europe, 1800-Present”
    4
28. HIST 336

    The Elizabethan Age (ENGL 336). 4. This course centers on the political, religious and cultural changes in the British Isles between the reign of Henry VIII and the Glorious Revolution. Main topics of discussion include the Reformation and the Civil War (1642- 45).Prerequisite: ENGL 102 and historical perspectives. Fulfills humanities requirements (1998). Arts/humanities and evaluating systems and environments requirements

    As published: “The Elizabethan Age (ENGL 336)”
    4
29. ENGL 336

    The Elizabethan Age (HIST 336). 4. This course centers on the political, religious and cultural changes in the British Isles between the reign of Henry VIII and the Glorious Revolution. Main topics of discussion include the Reformation and the Civil War (1642- 45).Prerequisite: ENGL 102 and Historical Perspectives. . Fulfills humanities requirement (1998). Arts/humanities and evaluating systems and environments requirements

    As published: “The Elizabethan Age (HIST 336)”
    4
30. IDS 452

    Homer to Socrates: Cultures of Classical Greece (HIST 335). 4. 4. Introduces students to the history of culture in archaic and classical Greece (ca. 800-400 BCE). The methods and materials for investigating this period are interdisciplinary, drawing on literary, philosophical and historiographical sources, including Homeric epics, Greek drama and histories, and Platonic dialogues.Prerequisite: Minimum 88 semester credits earned and completion of Historical Perspectives requirement. Fulfills interdisciplinary studies (IDS 400) requirement

    As published: “Homer to Socrates: Cultures of Classical Greece (HIST 335)”
    4
31. MUS 310

    Early Music and Culture. 4. Explores Western art music from ancient times through 1750. Music from Ancient Greece, the Middle Ages, Renaissance and Baroque periods is examined with an emphasis on the place of music in society. Ability to read music is helpful.Prerequisite: MUS 101

    As published: “Early Music and Culture”
    4
32. PHIL 310

    Ancient Western Philosophy
    4
33. PHIL 320

    Modern Western Philosophy
    4
34. REL 415

    Contemporary Theolgy:Holocaust. 4

    As published: “Contemporary Theolgy:Holocaust”
    4
35. SOAN 216

    HP:The Anthropology of Colonialism
    4
36. SPAN 311

    Contemporary Spain. 4. This course will study the dramatic changes that have occurred in Spain since the death of Francisco Franco in 1975: the development of a democratic government, the social and economic challenges faced in Spain?s attempt to become one of the important players in the European Union and the positive and negative effects resulting from such a position.Prerequisite: SPAN 301 or instructor permission. Alternate years

    As published: “Contemporary Spain”
    4
37. SPAN 321

    Culture and Society: Golden Age of Spain. 4. Examination of the culture, literature and historical contexts of the 16th and 17th centuries in Spain.Prerequisite: SPAN 221 or SPAN 301. Fulfills intercultural requirement (1998). Sociocultural engagement requirement

    As published: “Culture and Society: Golden Age of Spain”
    4
38. SPAN 323

    Culture and Society: Beginnings of a Nation (The Integration of Three Cultures). 4. Examination of the culture, literature and historical contexts of Medieval Spain with an emphasis on the contributions of Jews, Christians and Moslems.Prerequisite: SPAN 221 or SPAN 301. Fulfills humanities requirement (1998). Sociocultural engagement requirement

    As published: “Culture and Society: Beginnings of a Nation (The Integration of Three Cultures)”
    4
39. SPAN 403

    Senior Seminar: Spain. 4. Students will explore more advanced approaches to culture and literature and conduct research on a final paper. Possible topics: Social and Cultural Impact of the Spanish Civil War, Women in Spanish Literature and Film. Fulfills humanities requirement (1998). Sociocultural engagement requirement (2019). Fulfills the Senior Seminar requirement for the Integrative Experience.Prerequisite: SPAN 301 and a second 300-level course and Historical Perspectives

    As published: “Senior Seminar: Spain”
    4
40. THEA 130

    Theatre and Culture I. 4. Study of Western theatre from the Greeks through the English Renaissance. Examines play texts and theatre architecture as primary source documents that reflect the artistic, philosophical, political and social contexts of a particular cultural moment in history. Fulfills the arts requirement (1998). Arts/humanities requirement

    As published: “Theatre and Culture I”
    4
41. THEA 131

    Theatre and Culture II. 4. Study of Western theatre from the late Renaissance through the present. Examines play and theatre architecture as primary source documents that reflect the artistic, philosophical, political and social contexts of a particular cultural moment in history. Fulfills the arts requirement (1998). Arts/humanities requirement

    As published: “Theatre and Culture II”
    4

Latin American Studies Specialty Track (16 credits)

- Core Survey Course (4 credits), select one of the two following:

1. HIST 272

   Modern Latin America. 4. An introduction to the history of Latin America from the wars for independence from Spain through the current era of struggles over democratization and globalization. This course emphasizes the actions and ideologies of Latin Americans ? hacendados and peasants, masters and slaves, immigrants and indigenous peoples, elites and workers, politicians and the masses, militaries and guerillas, men and women ? in making their own history. Fulfills intercultural requirement (1998). Sociocultural engagement requirements

   As published: “Modern Latin America”
   4
2. SOAN 245

   Race and Ethnicity in Latin America
   4

- Select three of the following (4 credits X 3 + 12 credits)

Note: two of the three courses must be 300/400 level

1. ECON 336

   Economic and Social Development: ?`Beneath? the United States.?. 4. U.S. policy-makers frequently view Latin America and the Caribbean as ?beneath? the United States. This seminar-style course adopts a radically different perspective: from within Latin America looking outwards.Prerequisite: ECON 221, ECON 222 or instructor permission. Alternate years. Fulfills intercultural requirement (1998). Sociocultural engagement requirement

   As published: “Economic and Social Development: “‘Beneath’ the United States.””
   4
2. HIST 271

   Colonial Latin America. 4. Explores Latin American history from the pre-Columbian era to independence in the early 19th century. The civilizations of the Aztec, Inca and Maya, the Spanish conquest, and the formation of the colonial institutions that underlie modern Latin American reality will be examined. Focuses will include racial, ethnic and gender relations, and the development of regional identities. Fulfills intercultural requirement (1998). Fulfills sociocultural engagement requirement

   As published: “Colonial Latin America”
   4
3. SOAN 331

   Latinx Migration Patterns
   4
4. SPAN 310

   Contemporary Latin America. 4. Through multiple perspectives (economic, historical, political, social and religious), students will explore different themes relating to situations in contemporary Spanish America, utilizing art, literary texts and public speeches to illustrate these themes and to form connections between the various countries.Prerequisite: SPAN 221 or SPAN 301. Fulfills intercultural requirement (1998). Sociocultural engagement requirement (2019). Alternate years

   As published: “Contemporary Latin America”
   4
5. SPAN 320

   Culture and Society: Mexico, Central America and Caribbean. 4. Examination of the literature and culture against a historical background from the colonial period, with an emphasis on the 20th century.Prerequisite: SPAN 221 or SPAN 301. Fulfills humanities and intercultural requirements (1998). Arts/humanities and sociocultural engagement requirements

   As published: “Culture and Society: Mexico, Central America and Caribbean”
   4
6. SPAN 322

   Culture and Society: South America. 4. Examination of the literature and culture against a historical background from the colonial period, with an emphasis on the 20th century.Prerequisite: SPAN 301 or instructor permission. Alternate years. Fulfills humanities and intercultural requirements (1998). Arts/humanities and sociocultural engagement requirements

   As published: “Culture and Society: South America”
   4
7. SPAN 340

   Film, Life and Literature of Latin America. 4. A view of Latin American culture, society and contemporary issues through film and literature. At times taught in English for IDS

   As published: “Film, Life and Literature of Latin America”
   4
8. SPAN 402

   Senior Seminar: Latin America. 4. Students will explore more advanced approaches to culture and literature and conduct research on a final paper. Possible topics: Indigeneity and Representation, The Latin American Novel. Fulfills humanities and intercultural requirements (1998). Arts/humanities and sociocultural engagement requirements (2019). Fulfills the Senior Seminar requirement for the Integrative Experience.Prerequisite: SPAN 301 and another SPAN 300-level course and Historical Perspectives

   As published: “Senior Seminar: Latin America”
   4
9. SOAN 430

   Inequality in Latin America
   4

Special Topics Course approved by the Chair of International Studies

International Affairs Specialty Track (16 credits)

- Core Survey Course (4 credits), select one of the four following:

1. ECON 222

   Microeconomic Principles: Public Policy. 4. The study of economics; supply and demand; consumer behavior; firms, production and cost; perfect competition, monopoly and other market types; income distribution; all explained with the goal of understanding economic problems and evaluating public policy to solve these problems. Applications to agriculture, energy, environment, poverty, economic development, discrimination, natural resources, taxes, regulation, sports and other special topics, depending on the semester. May be taken independently of ECON 221. Fulfills social science and social justice/ environmental responsibility requirements (1998). Social/behavioral science, evaluating systems and environments, and numerical/symbolic engagement requirements

   As published: “Microeconomic Principles: Public Policy”
   4
2. BUS 246

   International Business. 4. Introduction to concepts related to international business, including economic, financial political, management, and marketing issues faced by global companies. Exploration of both the macro and micro aspects of doing business globally by studying both how the global financial and trade systems operate and how companies make marketing and management decisions based on this information. Fulfills business and policy studies requirement (1998). Social/behavioral science requirement

   As published: “International Business”
   4
3. PSCI 103

   International Relations. 4. An introductory course designed to provide the basic theoretical tools and frameworks of analysis for understanding the behavior of states and other actors in the international system. Topics include the use of force,U.S. foreign policy, the causes of war and peace, the global political economy and resource and environmental issues. Fulfills social science requirement (1998). Social/behavioral science

   As published: “International Relations”
   4
4. SOAN 216

   HP:The Anthropology of Colonialism
   4

- Select three of the following (4 credits X 3 = 12 credits)

1. ART 203

   Arts:Afr,Asia & the Americas. 4. This course introduces the artistic traditions of Africa, the Pacific Islands, India, China, Japan and the ancient Americas. The readings, lectures and class discussions focus on art as a reflection and extension of values as seen in the philosophy, religion and social customs of the cultures considered. No Prerequisite. Fulfills arts and intercultural requirements (1998). Arts/humanities and sociocultural engagement requirements

   As published: “Arts:Afr,Asia & the Americas”
   4
2. BUS 251

   International Experience. 4. This is an experiential course which will allow students to gain a greater appreciation of the influence of culture on human relations in general and business interactions specifically. Through pre-trip readings presentations, writings and discussion students will be introduced to the cultural differences between the US and a specific non-western country. The course will follow this campus experience with 10-12 days in a non-western country. All offerings will consider the sustainability of the practices observed. The course may be repeated for credit up to three times. Fulfills business and policy studies and intercultural requirements (1998). Social/behavioral science and sociocultural engagement requirements

   As published: “International Experience”
   4
3. BUS 333

   Money and Capital Markets (ECON 333). 4. Introduction to the financial system in an increasingly global economy. Emphasis on financial instruments, markets and institutions; the role of the banking system; overview of monetary theory and policy; current and future trends reshaping the global financial system.Prerequisite: ECON 221 or permission of Instructor

   As published: “Money and Capital Markets (ECON 333)”
   4
4. ECON 221

   Macroeconomic Principles: ?Global Vision: the U.S. in the World Economy?. 4. The study of aggregate supply and demand; national income and fiscal policy; the banking system and monetary policy; economic fluctuations and growth ? all viewed from a global systems perspective. Applied topics include unemployment, inflation, gross domestic product, interest rates, economic forecasting, the Federal Reserve system, technological change, productivity, business cycles, foreign exchange markets, the balance of international payments and others, depending on current developments in the economy. Fulfills social science requirement (1998). Social/behavioral science and numeric/symbolic engagement requirements

   As published: “Macroeconomic Principles: “Global Vision: the U.S. in the World Economy””
   4
5. ECON 333

   Money and Capital Markets (BUS 333). 4. Explores how the financial and world money systems operate in a global economy, the evolution of financial markets and institutions, the role that theories of money play in current economic events and in the policy efforts of the Federal Reserve and other central banks with respect to the rate of inflation, real economic activity, unemployment rates, current prices and international flows of commodities and capital.Prerequisite: ECON 221 or permission of Instructor

   As published: “Money and Capital Markets (BUS 333)”
   4
6. ECON 335

   Comparative Economic Systems: ?The Rise and Fall of the Soviet Empire?. 4. Historical analysis of the rise and decline of socialist-type economies (especially the former USSR, but cases for student research include Eastern Europe, China, Cuba, etc.) and the challenges of transition and integration into the world capitalist system. In this seminar-style course, students select a particular country other than Russia for in-depth semester-long research.Prerequisite: ECON 221 or ECON222

   As published: “Comparative Economic Systems: “The Rise and Fall of the Soviet Empire””
   4
7. ECON 336

   Economic and Social Development: ?`Beneath? the United States.?. 4. U.S. policy-makers frequently view Latin America and the Caribbean as ?beneath? the United States. This seminar-style course adopts a radically different perspective: from within Latin America looking outwards.Prerequisite: ECON 221, ECON 222 or instructor permission. Alternate years. Fulfills intercultural requirement (1998). Sociocultural engagement requirement

   As published: “Economic and Social Development: “‘Beneath’ the United States.””
   4
8. ECON 342

   Poverty, Power and Policy. 4. Is government merely a necessary evil or can it be an effective force to improve the lives of its citizens? This course examines the role and performance of government programs in economy, raising significant social and economic issues such as wealth distribution, poverty, taxation and economic fairness.Prerequisite: ECON 222 or instructor permission. Fulfills social justice/environmental responsibility requirement (1998). Evaluating systems and environments (2019). Alternate years

   As published: “Poverty, Power and Policy”
   4
9. ECON 344

   Environmental and Resource Economics. 4. Is economic growth necessary to provide the prosperity needed to pay for environmental restoration or does such growth create environmental problems we can never undo? The course uses economic theory, ecological concepts and systems approaches to examine current management practices of our renewable and nonrenewable resources.Prerequisite: ECON 222 or instructor permission. Fulfills social justice/environmental responsibility requirement (1998). Evaluating systems and environments (2019). Alternate years

   As published: “Environmental and Resource Economics”
   4
10. ECON 432

    International Economics: ?`Beside? the United States?. 4. Systematic approach to international economic relations; theories of international trade and finance; impact of national governments and multinational institutions on movements of commodities, people, direct investment, portfolio flows and foreign exchange markets; and application of international economic theory to current problems of the world economic order.Prerequisite: ECON 221, ECON 222 or instructor permission. Alternate years

    As published: “International Economics: “‘Beside’ the United States””
    4
11. ENGL 270

    World Literature. 4. Study of selected literature from the seven continents.Prerequisite: ENGL 102. Fulfills humanities requirement (1998). Arts/humanities requirement

    As published: “World Literature”
    4
12. ENGL 272

    World Cinema. 4. Explores the craft and cultural significance of contemporary films from East Asia, the Middle East, Africa and Latin America.Prerequisite: ENGL 102. Fulfills arts and intercultural requirements (1998). Arts/humanities and sociocultural engagement

    As published: “World Cinema”
    4
13. ENVS 101

    Environment and Society. 4. This course is a broad introduction to the historical, cultural, political, economic, and ecological dimensions of human-environment interaction. We will ask big questions that seek to understand how humans and human social formations relate to nature and ecological processes through time and space. We will examine the consequences of those relations and trajectories for possible futures of increased human disturbance and/or the conditions for the mutual flourishing for all species. Course topics include belief systems and the environment, environmental justice, the politics of climate change, sustainable (and unsustainable) food systems, urban ecologies, and the environmental impacts of economic growth, development, and consumerism. Fulfills social justice/environmental responsibility requirements (1998). Evaluating systems and environments requirement

    As published: “Environment and Society”
    4
14. GEOL 151

    HP:Climate and History. 4. Explores the roles of global climate and climate change in the evolution and development of human beings and their cultures. Topics include climate-driven migration, effects of ice ages, climate change during the last two millennia and their effects on subsistence, war, commerce and exploration and what to expect in the next century.Prerequisite: ENGL 102. Fulfills historical perspectives requirement (1998 2019)

    As published: “HP:Climate and History”
    4
15. IDS 402

    Business Ethics (BUS 402). 4. 4. This seminar course addresses current ethical issues in business and frameworks for addressing them. The main objective is for each student to discover the core of their moral and ethical basis for decision-making in the workplace. The course utilizes a case-study approach to assist students in applying the principles discussed in class. Fulfills the Senior Seminar requirement for the Integrative Experience.Prerequisite: Minimum 88 semester credits earned and completion of Historical Perspectives requirement. Fulfills interdisciplinary studies (IDS 400) requirement

    As published: “Business Ethics (BUS 402)”
    4
16. IDS 428

    Agricultural Revolutions. 4. 4.This course explores the social, political, cultural and environmental dimensions of agriculture in the United States and around the world. We will study the first agricultural revolution (the original emergence of agriculture 12,000 years ago), the industrialization of agriculture, and 21st-century social movements that promote organic, sustainable or local agriculture, including peasant and food sovereignty movements. The course integrates anthropology, sociology, history, environmental studies and literary studies. Students will conduct field research on local farming, farmers markets or agricultural activism.Prerequisite: Minimum 88 semester credits earned and completion of Historical Perspectives requirement. Fulfills interdisciplinary studies (IDS 400) requirement

    As published: “Agricultural Revolutions”
    4
17. IDS 435

    Understanding Poverty. 4. 4.Examines the underlying causes and compares anthropological, sociological, political, ecological and economic theories, of poverty. Explores methodological issues in the measurement of poverty and institutional approaches to its alleviation, including both national and international development strategies.Prerequisite: Minimum 88 semester credits earned and completion of Historical Perspectives requirement. Fulfills interdisciplinary studies (IDS 400) requirement

    As published: “Understanding Poverty”
    4
18. IDS 442

    International Development. 4. 4. Uses the perspectives of history, politics, economics, geography and religion to investigate the factors that determine whether or not developing countries reap the benefits of globalization and development. The course explores the various conclusions reached by different theorists and policymakers.Prerequisite: Minimum 88 semester credits earned and completion of Historical Perspectives requirement. Fulfills interdisciplinary studies (IDS 400) requirement

    As published: “International Development”
    4
19. REL 310

    Islam and Modernization
    4
20. PECS 103

    Voices of Liberation. 4. Analyzes different forms that oppression and liberation take around the world, from the perspective of activists and scholars from these regions and diverse religions. Each of them articulates the complexity of each type of oppression caused by a complex set of socio-cultural factors ranging from local to global, with religion sometimes serving as a tool for liberation and oppression at the same time. Fulfills humanities and social justice/environmental responsibility requirements (1998). Art/humanities and evaluating systems and environments requirements

    As published: “Voices of Liberation”
    4
21. PECS 110

    Introduction to Peace & Conflict Studies. 4. Explores the relationship of peace and social justice to conflict resolution through the use of key concepts in the fields, such as positive and negative peace. Explores the relationship of theory and practice and introduces students to academic journals and internet sites for peace and conflict studies, to professional organizations and practitioner/ activist organizations in peace and justice and conflict intervention work. Fulfills social science and intercultural requirements (1998). Social/behavioral science and sociocultural engagement requirements

    As published: “Introduction to Peace & Conflict Studies”
    4
22. PECS 206

    Challenges of Global Democratization (PSCI 206). 4. Examines issues and challenges relating to democracy and democratization in a variety of historical and contemporary settings across the world. The course uses the basic principles, theories, conceptual tools and comparative methods of political science to understand the underlying drivers of democratization and the various paths that countries go through on the road to democracy. Fulfills social science and intercultural requirements (1998). Social/behavioral science and sociocultural engagement requirements

    As published: “Challenges of Global Democratization (PSCI 206)”
    4
23. PECS 215

    War and Peace in the Middle East. 4. This course examines relevant questions pertaining to issues of war and peace in one of the most volatile regions of the world: the Middle East. It examines various dimensions/themes of war and peace in the Middle East and explores several case studies from the region (the Arab-Israeli Conflict, the Iraq-Iran war, the Gulf War and the Iraq war, to name a few). This course helps students understand the root causes of conflict in the region and the strategies used to address them. Fulfills intercultural requirement (1998). Sociocultural engagement requirement

    As published: “War and Peace in the Middle East”
    4
24. PECS 236

    Conflict Transformation for Peacebuilding and Justice (JPS 236). 4. Provides an overview of various models of conflict transformation and expands our understanding of the conceptualizations of conflict, justice and peace. This skill-based course is designed to introduce students to third party-intervention methods. These methods include: interpersonal nonviolent communication, sustainable peacebuilding, negotiation, mediation, community-based conflict transformation, public apology processes and Truth and Reconciliation Commissions (TRC), indigenous methods of conflict transformation, TRACK II diplomacy and art-based approaches. Fulfills social justice/environmental responsibility requirement (1998). Evaluating systems and environments requirement

    As published: “Conflict Transformation for Peacebuilding and Justice (JPS 236)”
    4
25. PECS 235

    Peacebuilding in Divided Societies. 4. This course explores the various methods and techniques of peacebuilding and conflict resolution that have been applied in the midst of deep-rooted conflicts in divided societies. Several case studies (such as the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, Cyprus, Northern Ireland, and South Africa) will be critically reviewed and examined to distill essential elements of peacebuilding during on-going conflict. Fulfills sociocultural engagement requirement (2019). Fulfills the reflection seminar II requirement for the CQ

    As published: “Peacebuilding in Divided Societies”
    4
26. PECS 246

    Mediation & Conflict Intervention. 4. 4. Prepares students to be effective mediators in conflict by providing a blend of theory and practice in the models and skills of third-party intervention. Explores key concepts, analytical frameworks and different models within the ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution) movement; includes required weekend mediation training workshop

    As published: “Mediation & Conflict Intervention”
    4
27. PECS 315

    Human Rights. 4. Provides an overview of the formulation and spread of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. One of the course?s main goals is to develop a critical understanding of the concept of human rights by paying attention to how power operates, and avoiding conflating the need to ensure the well-being of all human and other (in the case of certain other world-views) beings with the human rights movement in its dominant form. Fulfills social justice/environmental responsibility requirement (1998). Evaluating systems and environments requirement

    As published: “Human Rights”
    4
28. PECS 316

    Globalization: Economics & Social Justice. 4. Examines sociological explanations for how these global and concomitant local events and structures came about, along with ethical evaluations of values that influence some of the dominant global ideologies, as well as their consequences. These analyses serve to relativize and question the assumptions and theories that claim the current global economic structures as the inevitable evolutionary stage of human society

    As published: “Globalization: Economics & Social Justice”
    4
29. PECS 330

    Nonviolence: Theories and Practice. 4. Non-violence is not only an alternative to taking up arms but a strategy of resistance to oppression or specific policies in the form of acts of civil disobedience. While non-violence includes these, the course aims to analyze it in all its fullness, as a way of life and spirituality that addresses certain forms of thinking and living as violent and includes nature and the rest of animal life among the subjects to be treated non-violently. Fulfills social justice/environmental responsibility requirement (1998). Evaluating systems and environments requirement

    As published: “Nonviolence: Theories and Practice”
    4
30. PECS 345

    Social Change: Promoting Peace. 4. Explores the role of individuals and groups in social change. Specifically, it looks at the role of social identity and conceptions of justice implicit in the dynamics of individual and group conflict. By taking an interdisciplinary approach to global conflict analysis and resolution as well, its connection to the study of social movement organization, the course will focus particular attention on the role of justice and identity in conflict formation, escalation and de-escalation. The course explores justice and identity as critical to both local and global peace. It also looks at the value commitments implicit in social change by exploring different strategic intervention models and frameworks

    As published: “Social Change: Promoting Peace”
    4
31. PECS 355

    Culture, Conflict, Negotiation. 4. Focuses on the role of culture in conflict and negotiation. Addresses different cultural approaches to conflict and the various methods of dispute resolution, particularly the different styles of negotiation applied by different cultures; explores issues of communication styles, mores, values and norms from a cross-cultural perspective

    As published: “Culture, Conflict, Negotiation”
    4
32. PECS 363

    Reconciliation and Justice. 4. This course explores the multidimensional aspects of the relationship between reconciliation and justice in a post-conflict context. The course examines case studies of reconciliation projects in several different countries to explore the tension between the demand for reconciliation and the demand for justice as well as the challenges such tension poses for the application and design of reconciliation projects to promote sustainable peace rather than short-term settlement

    As published: “Reconciliation and Justice”
    4
33. PECS 468

    Religion, Spirituality and Social Change. 4. Analyzes the role of religion and spirituality in motivating and sustaining struggles for social change. The course aims to develop an understanding of the current thinking about the intersection between religion and conflict; an ability to comparatively articulate the practical problems encountered by social movement activists/third party professional engaged in both religious and secular attempts at peace; and an appreciation of the interconnection between the body and mind, the seen and the unseen, the sacred and the profane

    As published: “Religion, Spirituality and Social Change”
    4
34. PHIL 241

    Ethics In a Digital World
    4
35. PHIL 242

    Environmental Ethics
    4
36. PHIL 249

    Pacifism and Just War Theory. 4

    As published: “Pacifism and Just War Theory”
    4
37. PSCI 105

    Comparative Politics. 4. An introductory course designed to introduce students to the methods and approaches to comparative analysis and apply them to the study of ideologies, political behaviors, social movements and revolutions, political economy and political regimes that have played a role in the formation of the contemporary world. Fulfills social science and intercultural requirements (1998). Social/behavioral science and sociocultural engagement requirements

    As published: “Comparative Politics”
    4
38. PSCI 201

    Comparing Countries. 4. A 3-week simulation-based introductory-course that emphasizes active engagement, collaborative learning, and public presentation. This course examines the core concepts, theories, and issues in the field of comparative relations among countries. Topics include: comparative analysis of democracies and democratization, revolution, dictatorship, development, cultural and social movements, representation and accountability, institutions of governance, political economy, and ethnicity and ethnic conflict. Particular attention is paid to the thematic similarities and differences among the diverse set of countries around the world. Fulfills social science and intercultural requirements (1998). Social/behavioral science and sociocultural engagement requirements

    As published: “Comparing Countries”
    4
39. PSCI 206

    Challenges of Global Democratization (PECS 206). 4. Examines issues and challenges relating to democracy and democratization in a variety of historical and contemporary settings across the world. The course uses the basic principles, theories, conceptual tools and comparative methods of political science to understand the underlying drivers of democratization and the various paths that countries go through on the road to democracy. Fulfills social science and intercultural requirements (1998). Social/behavioral science and sociocultural engagement requirements

    As published: “Challenges of Global Democratization (PECS 206)”
    4
40. PSCI 266

    Global Terrorism. 4. Examines political, religious, cultural, criminal and state-sponsored terrorism from a global perspective to include motivations, weapons and tactics as well as the response to terrorist violence by the international community and national governments. Fulfills social justice/environmental responsibility requirement (1998). Evaluating systems and environments requirement

    As published: “Global Terrorism”
    4
41. PSCI 319

    Modern Environmental Problems. 4. Examines the complex emergence of the American environmental movement as a response to the historical, political and socio-economic patterns following World War II. Students will analyze environmental policies in response to specific and varied problems such as pollution, species protection, urban sprawl and management of national parks. Fulfills social justice/environmental responsibility requirement (1998). Evaluating systems and environments requirement

    As published: “Modern Environmental Problems”
    4
42. PSCI 330

    Global Power and Wealth. 4. An exploration of competing explanations for the changing relationship between political and economic power in international relations. Substantively, the course focuses on trade, finance, investment and debt and development issues. Fulfills social science requirement (1998). Social/behavioral science requirement

    As published: “Global Power and Wealth”
    4
43. PSCI 345

    Avoiding War, Making Peace. 4. 4. The aim of this course is to gain a better understanding of the conditions and processes that lead to international war and peace. This will be accomplished through a combination of theoretical and historical analysis

    As published: “Avoiding War, Making Peace”
    4
44. PSCI 391

    Globalization and Its Discontents. 4. 4. Analyzes the impact of trade, financial flows, technology and regional integration on the domestic politics of advanced and emerging countries. Case studies include the European Union and western European states, the United States, Japan and Brazil

    As published: “Globalization and Its Discontents”
    4
45. REL 230

    Comparative Religious Ethics. 4

    As published: “Comparative Religious Ethics”
    4
46. SOAN 103

    Cultural Anthropology
    4
47. SOAN 321

    Development Anthropology
    4
48. SOAN 322

    Environmental Anthropology
    4