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IIS 100 Introduction to Globalization (1)
IIS 100 introduces students to the structures and processes of globalization. IIS 100 is an interdisciplinary course that builds on maps, both concrete and metaphorical, as a means to understand these processes. Vigorous discussion of prominent writings and contemporary examples of globalization will cover physical, environmental, historical, political, economic, social and cultural perspectives on the global system. HSS; Staff

IIS 200 International Service Seminar (1/2)
The International Service Seminar provides students the opportunity to examine issues in global international service initiatives from three interrelated perspectives. First, students will develop a framework from which to understand the rationale and necessity of developing international service initiatives for the well-being of a region, nation state, or specific group of persons. Second, these perspectives will be used to consider specific international service initiatives conceived for and implemented in a variety of contexts (e.g., the Peace Corps; American Red Cross; religious, health, and educational organizations). Finally, the effects of international service initiatives upon their intended constituencies (e.g., cultural imperialism, self determination, continuity of impact, professionalism) will be examined. Prereq : membership in the Peace Corps Preparatory program or permission of the instructor; S.Schroth;

IIS 240 , 241 Japan Term I and II (1/2)
An interdisciplinary study-travel program in Japan. During the Fall Term, participants will develop individual research/study projects in conjunction with other Japan-related courses on campus. Travel to Japan during the December Break will combine group activities and individual projects. Participants will complete longer projects during the optional Winter term seminar. Prereq : concurrent enrollment in a Japanese language course, HIST 242, and PHIL 205; or permission of the instructor; M.Schneider; M.Matsuda; W.Young;

IIS 248 Teaching Assistant (1/2 or 1)
Prereq : Permission of instructor; May be graded S/U at instructor's discretion; Staff

IIS 250 Independent Study (1/2 or 1)
Staff

IIS 295 Special Topics (1)
Courses offered occasionally to students in special areas of Integrated International Studies not covered in the usual curriculum.Staff

IIS 350 Independent Study (1/2 or 1)
Staff

IIS 390 Senior Seminar (1)
Staff

IIS 395 Special Topics (1)
Courses offered occasionally to students in special areas of Integrated International Studies not covered in the usual curriculum. Staff

IIS 400 Advanced Studies (1/2 or 1)
See College Honors Program. Staff

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