Introduction to International Relations (240-0-20)

Instructors

Ian F Hurd
Scott, #306

Meeting Info

Lutkin Hall: Mon, Wed 11:00AM - 12:20PM

Overview of class

This course examines issues in contemporary international politics and the conceptual frames used to understand them. Using current events in war and peace, law and law-breaking, and cross-border trade and finance, it considers international affairs through the lenses of class, markets, society, and science. We combine theoretical, practical, and historical thinking to illuminate international relations.

Teaching Method

Lecture and discussion section

Evaluation Method

Midterm exam; final exam; participation and assignments in discussion section

Class Materials (Required)

Kal Raustiala, The Absolutely Indispensable Man: Ralph Bunche, the United Nations, and the Fight to End Empire (Oxford University Press, 2022). 9780197602232

Ian Hurd, International Organizations: Politics, Law, Practice (Cambridge University Press, 2020, 4th ed). 9781108888653.

Class Attributes

Social & Behavioral Sciences Distro Area

Associated Classes

DIS - Locy Hall 109: Wed 1:00PM - 1:50PM

DIS - Parkes Hall 222: Wed 1:00PM - 1:50PM

DIS - Locy Hall 214: Wed 2:00PM - 2:50PM

DIS - Parkes Hall 213: Wed 2:00PM - 2:50PM

DIS - Kresge Centennial Hall 2-339: Thurs 10:00AM - 10:50AM

DIS - University Hall 412: Fri 10:00AM - 10:50AM