International Security

This course will introduce you to current issues in international security. Through a series of simulations, discussions and lectures, we will cover several of the most pressing issues in contemporary international security, ranging from traditional security issues like inter-state and civil war, nuclear proliferation, and the rise of great powers to more non-traditional, newer issues like terrorism, climate change, and "human security." The course will also examine some of the solutions that have been proposed for these security problems, including international organizations, democracy promotion, and military intervention. You will emerge from the course with a firm grasp of the core security issues and challenges facing states, groups, and individuals in the contemporary world. Any student interested in international relations and the global security environment would benefit from this class. If you are considering a career in diplomacy or the military, this course will help you prepare for your future, especially through your participation in the simulations we will be doing.