'This course is a survey of contending approaches to the study of conflict and cooperation in world politics. Examines key concepts--including balance of power, imperialism, collective security, deterrence, and interdependence--with historical examples ranging from the Peloponnesian War to the post-cold war world. Analyzes the emerging world order.'

'This course provides an introduction to comparative political analysis, one of the four subfields of political science. The primary objective is to help students understand how the 'modern' world, one characterized by the rise of industrialized nation-states, took form and what shape it might take in the post-Cold War era. We will examine how the challenges of economic development, social transformation, and nation-building sparked the emergence of alternatives to 'modernity' characterized by diverse configurations of political institutions and social forces.

'Offers an overview of the American political system and the theories of those who both celebrate and criticize it. Focuses on the institutions of American politics, including the Constitution, the presidency, Congress, the courts, parties, elections, interest groups, and movements seeking political change. Also includes a theoretical focus: a critical examination of the varieties of liberalism, conservatism, pluralism, and democracy that inform the practice of American politics.'

What is the relationship between personal experience and political thought? How do political thinkers grasp and convey the connections between self and political order? Our first-year seminar will probe the links between heart and mind in political philosophy by exploring the lives and writings of illustrative figures who together span the history of political thought. Texts will include memoirs and fiction as well as abstract theoretical works.

'Senior Practicum functions as a capstone course that prepares students to formally present their artwork in the professional world. The course emphasizes the development of presentation skills through group critiques. Students will also be acquainted with procedures for application and admission to residency, internship, and graduate programs. The practicum may include how to photographically document artwork, build a digital portfolio/website, give PowerPoint presentations, write artist's statements, and pursue professional opportunities in art.'

'Concentration on individual artistic development. Emphasis will be placed on experimentation, thematic development, and critical review. Students may elect to take this course more than once.'

'In addition to learning basic paper chemistry in this course, students collect usable sections of a variety of plants wherever they live throughout the summer and in the Pioneer Valley in the fall during the course. These plants are examined and recorded before and after drying, then cooked and processed to become paper pulp. Students conceive and construct their art projects inspired by the historical, biological, ecological, and personal aspects of plants as well as their physical qualities.'

'Exploration of contemporary printmaking techniques, including advanced traditional methods and innovative uses for today's technology. Stone lithography will be taught alongside inkjet printing and using the vinyl cutter. Digital file preparation for printing by hand, which may include screen printing or intaglio. The focus will be on layering different techniques and building images.'

'Basic techniques and composition in intaglio printing, including etching, drypoint, aquatint, and soft-ground etching. Introduction to monotype and relief printing.'

'Introduction to fundamental sculptural techniques and three-dimensional thinking. Various media are explored, with an emphasis on understanding the language of sculpture through material.'