Washington Center

U.S. Foreign Policy

Credits: 
4
Day and Time: 
Tuesdays, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Quarter Dates: 
January 6 to March 10, 2015
Campus: 
UCDC
Category: 
Quarter Elective
Description: 

This course examines contemporary issues in U.S. foreign policy, focusing primarily on a series of regional case studies including U.S. relations with key countries in the Middle East and South Asia, East Asia, Europe and Eurasia, as well as the Western Hemisphere.  Although the course is organized on a regional basis, we will explore a number of recurring themes including: nuclear proliferation; the problems of weak and failing states; promoting democracy and political reform; relations with China and Russia; terrorism and counterterrorism; resource competition; the importance of culture and national identity; transnational threats; and the economics of national security. 

Syllabus:

Taught by Leila Austin

 

Course ID: 
UCDC15001W15