Course Description

INAF 201 Introduction to International Affairs 3cr
Introduces students to the interdisciplinary field of international affairs through a format that both imparts knowledge on compelling contemporary issues, and assists students to acquire and improve research, writing, and presentation skills that contribute to successful, upper-level coursework.

INAF 311 Current Issues in the Americas 3cr
Examines contemporary political, economic, environmental and social issues that concern governments and citizens in the countries of North, South and Central America and the Caribbean. It focuses on strengthening and promotion of democracy, human rights, gender equality, combating illegal drugs, the environment and sustainable development, international trade, and hemispheric security. This course is a prerequisite for students planning to participate in INAF 411 Model Assembly of the Organization of American States.Taught by professionals working in the Organizations of American States (OAS). (INS 405).

INAF 371 International Terrorism 3cr
Examines international terrorism in the context of the larger international system. Students will study the historical roots of terrorism and its contemporary organization and expression in order to answer the questions, "What is terrorism, who are the terrorists, and why have they chosen terrorist strategies to achieve their goals?" Particular emphasis will be placed on the challenges of defining the terms "terrorism" and "terrorist." In addition, the course will examine terrorism in terms of the actors, behaviors, and the nature of power in the contemporary international system.

INAF 321 Africa: Contemporary Multilateral Issues 3cr
Examines contemporary political, economic, environmental and social issues that concern governments and citizens in the African continent. Focuses on issues of democracy, governance and human rights, international cooperation, economic development, and social issues including HIV/AIDS. This course is a prerequisite for students planning to participate in INAF 421 Model Assembly of the African Union..

INAF 251 Geography of the Americas and Europe 3cr
Introduces the physical and human geography of the world's regions with emphasis on the Western Hemisphere, Europe and Russia. Particular attention to given to geographical interdependencies and a region's economic, political, and cultural development.

INAF 252 Geography of Africa and Asia 3cr
Introduces the physical and human geography of the world's regions with an emphasis on Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Pacific realm. Particular attention is given to geographical interdependencies and a region's economic, political, and cultural development.

INAF 361 Ethics and International Affairs 3cr
Examines some of the major ethical, legal, and moral questions that arise in the analysis of international affairs. Particular attention will be given to questions about the justness of war and about the role of morality in the conduct of foreign policy.

INAF 411 Model Assembly of the Organization of American States 3cr
Prepares students for participation in the Organization of American States Model Assembly, a simulation of the proceedings and deliberations of the actual OAS General Assembly. Students learn about the structure and function of the OAS and about diplomatic rules of procedure, while also practicing research, writing and debating skills required for participation in the model assembly.
Prerequisite: INAF 201 and INAF 311

INAF 421 Model Assembly of the Organization for African Unity 3cr
Prepares students for participation in the Model Assembly of the Organization for African Unity, a simulation of the proceedings and deliberations of the actual OAU General Assembly. Students learn about the structure and function of the OAU and about diplomatic rules of procedure, while also practicing research, writing and debating skills required for participation in the model assembly.
Prerequisite: INAF 201 and INAF 321

INAF 499 Senior Seminar in International Studies 3cr
Explores contemporary global issues through a wide range of sources and disciplinary perspectives. Topics include changing patterns in international relations, trends in the international economy, environmental and social justice concerns, and regional prospects.
Prerequisite: INAF 201