POL 257 - Nationalisms

4 credits (Fall or Spring)

This course explores the definition of states and nations and the relationship between them. It analyzes the forces that motivated the appearance and spread of nation-states, and that formed national identities. It also studies the relationship between capitalism, communism, decolonization, globalization, and nationalism. It explains the emergence of secessionist claims, ethnic violence, and the ability of institutions in channeling national conflict. Cases include France, United States, Spain, Germany, Ireland, Quebec, the former U.S.S.R., Yugoslavia, India, or Rwanda.

Prerequisite: POL 101 with grade S,C, or better.
Note: Plus-2 option available. Foreign language option available.
Instructor: Sala