Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

Formerly: PEAC G100; Peace Studies Intro. This course provides a comprehensive understanding of global citizenship, covering theoretical concepts, practical skills, and community engagement strategies. Students will gain a holistic perspective on global issues and develop the necessary skills to contribute positively to a global society. Students will learn to analyze and engage with complex global issues and diverse cultures, as well as economic, social, political, and environmental perspectives. They will also be encouraged to actively contribute to initiatives aimed at tackling global challenges. Grade or Pass/No Pass option.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

Formerly: PSCI G105. This course is an introduction to the interdisciplinary field of Global Studies. Topics will include the history of globalization and an examination of the process of globalization, including the inter-relatedness of economic, political, social, cultural, ecological and technological factors and developments. Grade or Pass/No Pass option. C-ID: GLS 101.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

Formerly: PSCI G205. This course examines the origins, current status, and future trends of major issues confronting the global community. Students will apply social science methodology and will propose resolutions to topics of global significance. Topics will include nation-state building, global governance, population and urbanization trends, economic development and inequality, basic human needs and human rights, international conflict and security concerns, and environmental problems. Graded or Pass/No Pass option. C-ID: GLS 102.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

Formerly: PEAC G110; Nonviolence and Conflict Resolution. This course introduces students to theories and methods used to address modern global security threats. Students will learn about the dynamics of global security, conflict and conflict resolution. They will identify major threats, analyze conflicts and assess methods for preventing and resolving conflicts. From an international level of analysis, students will examine the role of stakeholders and third parties, collaborative negotiation and mediation, and bilateral/multi-lateral diplomacy. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

Formerly: PSCI G120; Principles of United Nations. This course explores the role of the United Nations (UN) in the international system. Students will learn the history, purpose, structure and key functions of the UN and will examine the UN's relationship with other international organizations. Students will be introduced to the theory and practice of international cooperation and will gain important skills necessary to engage in global challenges. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

Formerly: PEAC G150; Social Justice and Peacebuilding. This course explores how people, individually and collectively, can accomplish change. It examines the theories, concepts and dynamics of social movements seeking social justice for disenfranchised populations in the United States, including Latinx, Chicano/a, African American, Asian American and Native Americans. Students will study social movements locally, nationally, and globally. This course includes a service-learning component. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

This course introduces students to the history and politics of the Middle East and Northern Africa from the end of the 19th century until the present. Students will be introduced to the region's major political, social, intellectual, and cultural issues and practices. Focus will be on important historical events, movements, and ideas which have helped shape current realities. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.

Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass

Formerly: PEAC G230, Leadership & Peacebuilding. This course teaches leadership concepts and skills, including psychological processes, conflict resolution, and human development skills. It will help students become aware of their own leadership styles and develop themselves to be innovators in their own lives and the world at large. Psychological, physical, and mental health aspects will be emphasized. This course contains a required service learning component. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.