Explores socio-political identities, especially ethnicity and nationality, from a comparative perspective. Drawing upon theories from political science, psychology, anthropology, sociology, and economics, we will study the origins and characteristics of these identities, as well as their consequences for democracy, economic development, and violent conflict.
Prereq: Honors standing, or permission of instructor. GE soc sci indivs and groups and cross-disciplinary seminar course.
Credit Hours:
3.0