SOCA 160

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Issues in Contemporary Genocide and Mass Violence

School of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (School) Undergraduate

Academic Level

Undergraduate

Course Title

Issues in Contemporary Genocide and Mass Violence

Description

This course explores the social origins and consequences of genocide in the 20th and 21st centuries. Students will study the theories and definitions of genocide as these are anchored in particular case studies (e.g. Rwanda, Bosnia, Darfur). The course culminates with an examination of ways to stop and prevent genocide as well as various ways to restore justice to victims. Core: SIT, D. Approved for the Honors Program.

Credit Hours

Repeatable for Additional Credit

Prerequisites and Corerequisites

General Education Foundational Course Categories: Intellectual & Practical Skills

Societies & Institutions Over Time (SIT), Diversity and Global Awareness (D)

This course is an approved AA/AS elective

Yes

This course is an approved AAS elective

Yes

Honors Section Available

Yes