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(POSC 364) War and Peace

This course is a study of war and peace. We will ask what causes people to systematically kill each other in the phenomenon known as war. Are wars preventable? Once a war begins, what factors make it more likely to end? We will examine both international and civil wars.

Credit hours 3.0 lecture
Prerequisites None
Offered Fall
Programs Political Science Minor, Political Science (BA)

Course Learning Outcomes

  • Students will be able to demonstrate reasonable competence vis-a-vis political science concepts/ theories/systems and use that competence to complete their capstone experience. (perception)
  • Students will be able to use critical thinking skills, analyze information or data, and construct valid, sound, and meaningful conclusions and employ those skills in their capstone experience. (analysis)
  • Students will be able to employ effective, persuasive, and professional communication in person, on paper, and online, readying them for employment and careers. (communication)