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A.      Philosophy Courses,

Instructor: Jeffrey Golub

PHIL2441 Logic and Language

The word logic derives from the Greek word "logos," a notoriously difficult word to translate into English. It can mean "language and speaking" just as easily as it can mean "account, definition, reason, or explanation." The study of Logic—as it has been passed down in its traditional form by Aristotle—therefore intimately concerns language and the structures of language, but also the structures of thought, correct reasoning, and the fundamental laws of the order of things. In this course, we will study with great intensity the logical works of Aristotle (the "Organon") alongside practice and recitations of traditional and modern symbolic logic from the textbook "Introduction to Logic." Students will gain the ability to examine patterns in statements, proofs, and arguments and analyze correct and incorrect forms, valid and invalid constructions, and symbolic representations of reasoning. We will address logical problems and seek ultimately to situate the discipline in a philosophically engaging way by looking to questions about truth, validity, and logical objects. The course will include homework assignments, a midterm, and a final exam.

PHIL3022 Modern Philosophy

It is said the modern era (circa 1600 - 1800) inaugurates, not so much a new philosophy, but rather a breakthrough into a new way of thinking. In many ways, the ontological question of the Ancient Greeks, preserved and developed in the Medieval Scholastic tradition, remains central in Modern thought; the approach, however, signals the emergence of a new science, a new humanism, a new philosophy. This decisive move of the Moderns – the inward turn of Cartesian and scientific thought – created theretofore unknown problems and questions concerning this central issue of Being:   Being, “to on” in Greek, becomes suffused by what is called "substantia" in Latin, what recedes into a common substance. What is the nature of this "substance?" And what is this new scientific breakthrough that addresses it? We will first situate our problem of being and nature by encountering the Greeks, followed by a brief scholastic perspective of Medieval interpretation. The central problem of the Modern solution to the question of Being, taken up by Descartes, is perhaps most radically interpreted by Spinoza’s “philosophy of immanence.” Finally we will trace out the fate of this Modern turn in Leibniz, Hume, and Kant. The course will include written homework assignments, a midterm, and a final exam.

PHIL4810 Aristotle

The classical period of ancient Greek philosophy is generally considered to come to an end with the death of Aristotle in 322 BCE. This date is therefore significant in history of philosophy because it marks the culmination of the Greek philosophical achievements three centuries years prior to Aristotle, and, with his death, the emergence of the most robust intellectual climate in the western world up to that point. It is without exaggeration, therefore, to consider Aristotle as one of the most monumental figures of the entire tradition. His body of work covers nearly every topic of investigation (many of which were systematized for the very first time by Aristotle himself), including metaphysics, physics, politics, economics, ethics, logic, rhetoric, biology, psychology, poetry, and mathematics. Students of nearly any discipline will easily find an interest in Aristotle, and even though his study requires great dedication and effort, he rewards these efforts many times over. This course will focus on very close and careful readings of some of Aristotle's principle texts and will be conducted as a seminar. We will concentrate on textual analysis, class discussion, peer presentation, and the composition of a term paper at the end of the semester. 

B.      History Courses

Instructor: Anthony Miller

HIST 1362-US History Since 1876

The course introduces students to several critical events in American political, economic, and social life since the 1870s. Topics include civil rights and reform movements, immigration and race relations, foreign policy and the Cold War, as case studies highlighting the changes in lifestyles and social behaviors of U.S. citizens over the course of the twentieth century. The course is critical to understanding contemporary American politics and society for ICB students planning to visit the United States or attend classes in Denver. 

HIST 4032-Globalization and World History

This course explores many different aspects—political, cultural, economic, etc— of global change since 1945 in world history. The course is designed as an upper level history course, so the expectation is that student’s will read a variety of secondary and primary sources and become skilled in critiquing and analyzing historical interpretations. Themes and topics students will be exposed to in the course include environmentalism, decolonization, the Cold War, terrorism, and the various challenges of global capitalism. Since the topics and themes are so intimate and relevant to our contemporary world, the challenge the course puts to students is to contextualize the world around them and to begin to advance their own analytical interpretation of world history. For those interested in international studies, this course provides an overview of the most intriguing questions surrounding globalization today.

HIST 4216-History of American Popular Culture

Students are shown the evolution of American popular culture in various mediums such as radio, film, music, literature from 1940 to the present day. The course demonstrates the importance of media and artistic representation to the shifting fates of American labor, feminism, race relations, conservatism, and the national consciousness of U.S. citizens. Topics include Hollywood films and U.S. foreign policy and the careers of jazz, hip hop, and rap in America cities. The course is designed to be open to all students—sophomores, juniors, and seniors. The course complements students of Communications by providing historical background on important forms of entertainment and telecommunications.

C．Political Science Courses

Instructor: Chris Willford

PSCI 3022: Introduction to Comparative Politics

Over the last twenty years, China has become a major player in world affairs. In today’s integrated world, a firm understanding of other countries and cultures is essential to success. Demonstrating strong analytical skills and an understanding of other cultures is a tremendous asset in an increasingly competitive job market. Such knowledge also helps you gain a better understanding of China. Comparative Politics provides students with the analytical tools necessary to understand other countries. While international relations focuses on politics between states, comparative politics focuses on domestic political institutions and policies. Students will see how policies, institutions, and cultures influence political stability and economic development. 

PSCI 4216: Introduction to International Political Economy

Although some scholars deride economic policy-making as “low politics,” the world economy has proved to be one of the most powerful forces in international relations. This course analyzes the political decisions that have shaped the international economy. Major issues include the politics of international trade, currency crises, and the efforts of the international community to build viable economic institutions. This course also considers the costs of this global economic development. States have become more susceptible to forces beyond their borders. At the same time, states have much less influence over individuals and firms within their borders. In addition, the world economy has imposed tremendous costs on the world, including growing inequality and environmental destruction.

PSCI 4236: American Foreign Policy

The 20^th century is often described as the American century. The first decade of the 21^st century has raised the prospect that the next century will not belong to America. 9/11, the War in Iraq, and the 2008 financial meltdown are indicators of an America in decline. Many scholars attribute these failures to America’s foreign policy institutions. As the cartoon on the left indicates, this failure has direct impacts on the China-U.S. relationship. This course analyzes the major actors and processes involved in U.S. foreign policy-making. Students will see how domestic factors and global forces shape foreign policy in the United States. They will understand how these forces influence relations between China and the United States.

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2012年12月12日