Robert Darst, PhD

Helps students relate, organize, and analyze political events that occur on the international level. Students will learn how to think critically about international relations and its impact on lives and well-being in the present and future. The concept of power, the factors that shape the foreign policies of states, the politics of economic relations, the use of force, and a broad range of global issues are examined.

Internship completed for credit at an off-campus private, public or not-for profit organization with a focus on politics, law, government,public policy, or organizational behavior. Students are responsible for securing their own placements, and all placements must be approved in advance by the instructor. Students are required to keep an internship journal, write a final paper based on the experience, and complete all other course assignments in addition to their work hours.

Examines efforts to address problems of international concern through international law and organizations.

Examination of the politics of global climate change. Topics include the politics of climate science, the political psychology of climate concern, international climate change negotiations, climate change and violent conflict, and policies to mitigate and adapt to climate change at the local, national, and international levels.