International Studies (INT)Professor Reinkordt
Associate Professor Franklin
This major is a multi-disciplinary course of studies involving economics, history,
modern languages, and political science. The emphasis is on Europe, incorporating
many courses from the aforementioned fields. A major in International
Studies creates the foundation for further studies in graduate school, in the
U.S. as well as abroad.
Requirements for the International Studies Major:
(Emphasis in Contemporary Europe)Complete a minimum of 35 credits as follows:
1. Twelve credits in one language chosen from the following: French,
German, Spanish, or Russian
2. FRE 312
3. HIS/PSI 338, HIS/INT 317, INT 496
4. A minimum of four courses chosen from the following: ART 252;
HIS 341, 346; HIS/INT 318, 349; HIS/PSI 353; INT 421 (2-3 credits);
SPA 312.
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INT 271, 371, 471 Selected Topics (1-3) (1-3) (1-3)
An investigation of topics not offered in other courses, selected on the basis
of student interest and available instruction.
INT 290, 390, 490 Directed Study (1-3) (1-3) (1-3)
An opportunity for supervised, independent study of a particular topic based
on the interest of the student, and the availability and approval of the faculty.
INT 310 Survey of African Studies (3)
An introduction to the richness of the African continent and its peoples.
From a multidisciplinary perspective, the student is exposed to dimensions of
the African experience through discussions of its cultures, social structures,
literature, art, music, history, economic processes and politics. Current issues
concerning its future development and African leadership are studied. This
course fulfills the Cultural Perspectives requirement of the Doane Plan.
INT 311 Japanese Literature & Culture (3)
An overview of Japanese culture presented through its literature from ancient
times to the present. Texts include a shortened version of the Lady Murasaki’s
Tale of Genji in Edward Seidensticker’s translation, diaries, selected No and
kabuki dramas, Basho’s haiku, and the work of fiction writers Natsume
Soseki, Ryunosuke Akutagawa, Junichiro Tanizaki, Yasunari Kawabata,
Yukio Mishima, and Fumiko Enchi. Lafcadio Hearn’s contribution to the
Western understanding of Japan is also studied. Texts are augmented with
slides, videotapes, audiotapes, films, and guest lecturers. This course fulfills
the Cultural Perspectives requirement of the Doane Plan.
INT 314 History of the Vietnam War and the 1960s (3)
A course designed to provide an overview of the Vietnam War as well as the
social, political and cultural context of the 1960s. Effects of the Vietnam
War and the 1960s on U.S. culture and politics today are also emphasized.
This course fulfills the Cultural Perspectives requirement of the Doane
Plan. (Cross-referenced with HIS 314.)
INT 317 Twentieth Century European Culture: Fascism (3)
An examination of fascism as an ideology which dominated the political
and cultural life of Europe in the first half of the century. Readings in
various disciplines, such as economics, sociology, education, art, psychology,
philosophy, religion, and music, augment the investigation of this totalitarian
ideology. The legacy of fascism in current political developments, both in
Europe and in other areas of the world, are also examined. This course
fulfills the Cultural Perspectives requirement of the Doane Plan. (Cross-referenced
with HIS 317.)
INT 318 Germany After Hitler (3)
Germany in the second half of the 20th century. The course begins at the
end of World War II, and progresses through the cold war years and the split
into two states — West Germany and the GDR — to the fall of the wall and
unification. This course is taught in English. This course fulfills the Cultural
Perspectives requirement of the Doane Plan. (Cross-referenced with HIS
318.) Offered alternate spring terms.
INT 325 International Relations in the Modern Era (3)
A study of the dynamics of the international system with emphasis on
issues of conflict, security, interdependence, and the global commons. Upon
completion, students will demonstrate an understanding of both realist and
liberal conceptions of the international system. Offered alternate spring
terms. (Cross-referenced with PSI 325.)
INT 349 Contemporary Europe (3)
Collapse of European civilization through World War I and World War II,
followed by the emergence of a New Europe in recent times. This course
fulfills the Cultural Perspective requirement of the Doane Plan. (Cross-referenced
with HIS 349.) Offered alternate years.
INT 421 International Studies Internship (0-12)
Supervised, on-the-job experience, preferably in an international setting.
Students are encouraged, where possible, to engage in an internship in a
foreign country. Prerequisite: CED 205 and permission. (Pass/Fail)
INT 496 Seminar in International Relations (3)
A course designed to focus attention on the broad aspects of international
problems while inviting each seminar member to probe in-depth an issue
or area of particular interest. Use is made of resource materials drawn from
various academic disciplines. Prerequisite: Major or permission.