July 1-10 Introduction Barash Chs 2,4&5
WAR: The Causes of War " Chs 6-12
B&M Chs 1-3
July 15-22 PEACE Barash Chs 1&3
Approaches to Peace: "Negative Peace" " Chs 13-19
Balance of Power, Collective Security, B&M Chs 5-6
Disarmament, Functionalism, Neo-functionalism, etc.
July 24 Peacekeeping
July 29 Approaches to Peace: "Positive Peace" Barash Chs 20-23
Human Rights, Economic Well-Being, B&M Ch 4
Nonviolence, etc.
July 31 Alternative Futures: Barash Ch 24
Personal Transformation
REACTION PAPERS: The class meetings are designed to be highly participatory.
Most of the topics we cover contain disputed conclusions and a fair variety
of positions. In order to promote reasoned thoughtful discussion, students
will be required to write a three to four hundred word (one to two double-spaced typed pages) reaction to selected readings. The papers are not to be
summaries of the readings. Rather, they should be reactions -- even
provocative reactions -- to the readings. However, comments should be
professional (brilliant insights like "I think Kabila is a Fascist" or "Mama
Rosa is stupid" just don't cut it). Students will find that these papers do
wonders for the level of discussion in the class. You'll probably start to
actually enjoy writing them after a while.
Note: You will be graded on the basis of your knowledge and analytical
effort, not on your opinions regarding issues of the course. Disagreement
with the instructor, course readings, etc., is highly encouraged.
PRESENTATIONS: Course activity will involve oral presentations. Each
individual will prepare for informal but thorough presentation to the class
a summary and evaluation of a relevant war/peace related topic. Reports
should be given from notes rather than read, and other members of the class
will enter into lively questioning and discussion in order to assure maximum
benefits for all students in the class.
PAPERS: Each student will be responsible for completing a short term paper (8
pages max). Students are encouraged to consult with the instructor early in
the term regarding topic and resource materials. Your paper should be
typewritten and double-spaced. These papers will form the basis of students'
class presentations. Sources must be properly cited, and a bibliography must
be provided. Papers are due on or before July 24.
1. A violent conflict of particular interest, such as any current wars, past wars, or some other violent phenomenon such as gender violence, "terrorism," etc.
2. A nonviolent conflict of particular interest, such as any nonviolent
social movement, past wars, or some other nonviolent phenomenon.
Unfortunately, most of the presentations will have to be made in the middle two weeks of the term (Sign up early in the course.)
A student must have prior permission to miss an exam in order to be
eligible for a make-up exam. If you miss an exam without approval, you will
not be given a make-up and you will receive an "F" for that exam. No makeup
quizzes are given.
ADDITIONAL NOTE: Students are responsible for lecture material and the
assigned readings. It is virtually impossible to pass the course without
regular class attendance.
Only the instructor can "excuse" an absence. Three cuts is about average
to meet the needs of doctor appointments or other serious personal and/or
family obligations. After that you will get a blue card warning you of the
danger if you miss more classes. If you persist in your folly, you will get
a yellow card dropping you from the course with a grade of F.
Honor Code: Please be advised that all class activities are subject to the provisions of the honor code. Plagiarizing, cheating in examinations, lying about missed assignments, absences, etc., are all violations of the honor code. If you are uncertain about whether an act constitutes a violation of the honor code, consult the instructor. See next page for additional information.
Millsaps College is an academic community dedicated to the pursuit of
scholarly inquiry and intellectual growth. The foundation of this community
is a spirit of personal honesty and mutual trust. Through their Honor Code,
the students of Millsaps College affirm their adherence to these basic
ethical principles.
An Honor Code is not simply a set of rules and procedures governing students'
academic conduct. It is an opportunity to put personal responsibility and
integrity into action. When students agree to abide by an Honor Code, they
liberate themselves to pursue their academic goals in an atmosphere of mutual
confidence and respect.
The success of the Code depends on the support of each member of the
community. Students and faculty alike commit themselves in their work to the
principles of academic honesty. When they become aware of infractions, both
students and faculty are obligated to report them to the Honor Council, which
is responsible for enforcement.
The pledge signed by all students upon entering the College is as follows:
As a Millsaps College student, I hereby affirm that I understand
the Honor Code and am aware of its implications and of my
responsibility to the Code. In the interests of expanding the
atmosphere of respect and trust in the College, I promise to uphold
the Honor Code and I will not tolerate dishonest behavior in myself
or in others.
Each examination, quiz, or other assignment that is to be graded will
carry the written pledge: "I hereby certify that I have neither given
nor received unauthorized aid on this assignment. (Signature)" The
abbreviation "Pledged" followed by the student's signature has the same
meaning and may be acceptable on assignments other than final
examinations.
It is the responsibility of students and faculty to report offenses to
the Honor Code Council in the form of a written report. This account
must be signed, the accusation explained in as much detail as possible,
and submitted to the Dean of the College.