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SOCI 230 - Social Change and Political Transformation in Eastern Europe


Semester Offered: Second Semester
Full Course
Credits: 4 credits
Attribute: 4SS, CD

This course focuses on Eastern Europe as the first relatively backward region in the world capitalist system. We will begin with some major theories of social change and a historical introduction to the region. Next, we will turn to communist revolutions, Stalinism, reform communism, the rise of dissent and the revolutions of 1989. Much of the course will be devoted to the post-communist era, attempts to build democracy and capitalism, and the rise of nationalism.

Enrollment Limit: 45
Instructor: V. Vujacic

Cross List Information: This course is cross-listed with POLT 214
This course may also count for the major in (consult the program or department major requirements) :
Russian and East European Studies


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