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International and Global Studies
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  INS 100S - Introduction to International and Global Studies

This course introduces students to the major issues and concepts of international and global studies. This includes the historical development of the international system, as well as economic, geographic, and political influences. Issues analyzed include war, economic interdependence, global poverty, terrorism, globalization, and genocide. Special emphasis is placed on exploring the impact of global politics on the lives of people around the globe. Students taking this course may not receive credit for POS 136. (Pass/Fail option) Every semester.



Credit: 4

  INS 280 - Explorations Abroad

In this interdisciplinary course, students will study various aspects of a foreign culture, travel to another country, and meet in seminars to discuss their observations and reflect upon their experiences. Each student will communicate his/her new understandings through an appropriate medium such as: a collection of reflective writings, sketches, photo essay, web site, or multimedia presentation. A trip fee will be charged in addition to tuition. May be repeated up to a total of 8 credits. Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing and permission of instructor. Every three years.



Credit: 2-4

  INS 400 - Capstone in International and Global Studies

This course will be cross-listed with an appropriate capstone course relating to International and Global issues. It is designed to provide a capstone experience for students with an International and Global Studies major. The students will produce original research on a topic in International and Global studies. They will provide a mid-semester plan and present their final research to the International and Global Studies Council. Prerequisite(s): Senior Standing. Every year.



Credit: 4

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