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Sep 17, 2024
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POLT 112 - Introduction to Middle East Politics Semester Offered: First Semester Full Course Credits: 4 credits Attribute: 4SS
The course examines state-society relations in the modern Middle East and North Africa. It explores the impact of colonial legacies, varied ruling regimes, inter-state conflict, economic programs, ideological struggles, oil wealth, cultural transformation and grassroots activism on political development. These themes are explored in relation to key events including the demise of the Ottoman Empire, the creation of the state of Israel, the Iranian Revolution, the Iraq War and the Arab Spring. Enrollment Limit: 35 Instructor: S. El-Kazaz
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