POLT 217 - Political Violence

Semester Offered: Second Semester
Credits (Range): 3 hours
Attribute: 3 SS

This course examines the origins, forms, and outcomes of political violence in the 20th century. Using empirical cases (primarily in Central Africa, Europe, and the former Soviet Union), we will survey the various approaches scholars have taken toward the study of political violence, explore cross-cutting issues (state formation and violence, violence in civil war, and transnational dimensions of violence), and examine several prominent forms of political violence. Enrollment Limit: 35.
Instructor: L. Markowitz
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