GOVT 18174 credits
GOVT 1817: Making Sense of World Politics
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- Introduction to international politics with critical thinking emphasis. Examines global conflicts, cooperation, and the structure of the international system.
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Professors who have taught GOVT 1817
- Jonathan Kirshner
- Peter Katzenstein
- Sarah Kreps
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