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GS 180 4610
The Causes of War and the Challenge of Peace
Block B: June 29 - July 17
1 CC unit (4 semester hours).

Classroom assignment: Palmer 118

The attack of September 11, 2001 in New York City and the launching of war against non-state terrorism has brought the issue of war and peace directly into the lives of students. The course explores psychological answers to the question "Why War?" and examines the geo-political factors that causes wars. Emphasis is also given to the roles of supranational institutions, international law, and nonviolent means to obtain peace.

Prerequisites: None. Enrollment is limited to 25 students.
Ramon Lopez-Reyes

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