POLI312

This course will explore the nature and role of the United Nations as it affects and is affected by world politics. Issues to be covered will include conflict resolution, economic development, peacekeeping, and human rights. Special features of this course will include classroom simulations of UN organizations and possible participation at the National Model UN organizations and possible participation at the National Model UN Conference in New York. There will be a final exam, a country position paper and a research project (20 pages). Participation will be a major part of the grade.