Courses

The forces shaping U.S. security and military policies, including military interventions, military spending, and efforts to limit arms and the use of force. Case studies are explored to engage debates about how to improve U.S. security from threats posed by terrorism, the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, and regional powers; and to understand how U.S.

This course deals with the relationship between international politics and international economics. It pays particular attention to the increasing political significance of international trade, global competition, and the international division of labor. Students will examine such issues as the role of states in the world economy, the activities of inter-governmental organizations such as the IMF and the World Bank, and the problems of inequality and unequal development.

The growth and development of the popular arts in America, with particular emphasis on such forms as popular literature, photography, film, and advertising. The course will consider how popular art affects large audiences, how it succeeds as art, and how it yields a broad range of insights into our national life. The emphasis of the course will vary from semester to semester, but it may not be repeated for credit.

The causes of differences in the levels of economic performance among countries; major theories of economic development; policies for economic development.

An overview of the theory, etiology, and treatment of various addictive disorders. Topics will include the biopsychosocial theory of addiction, assessment of addiction, prevalence rates of various disorders, and the debate of decriminalization. A few common addictive substances will be covered in depth, such as opioids, stimulants, and marijuana. Behavioral addictions will also be covered.

An introduction to the contemporary study of personality processes and individual differences. The course examines research growing out of various perspectives on personality, including psychoanalytic, trait, biological, humanistic, learning, and cognitive approaches.

This course discusses the difference between sex and gender, and analyzes current research and theories of both these constructs. In addition, the course considers the role of biological, psychological, and social determinants in gender development.

The science and professional practice of sport and exercise psychology. Areas such as personality, motivation, leadership, performance enhancement, aggression, stress and anxiety, and reinforcement will be highlighted. The course will cover competition and cooperation; team dynamics and cohesion; diversity and inclusion; exercise adherence; and children in sport and exercise. In addition, the course will investigate the benefits of sport and exercise participation on psychological wellbeing.

The psychological factors related to sport in contemporary society.

The problems of recruiting, organizing, and providing administrative leadership for the persons required to administer modern government and to plan and carry out an ever-widening range of public programs and services. Will also stress the public service as a career.