HST464 Borders in Flux: Identities and Conflict in Ireland (Spring)

In this field studies course, students will discover how Ireland’s past is inseparably entangled with its present and how old wounds fester in current politics. Travel for two full weekends during the semester to Dublin, Belfast, and Derry to examine themes that include concepts of national identity (Irishness and Britishness); the religious conflict and peace-making attempts within Ireland; and considerations of new tensions wrought by international migration and regional politics. In each of the destinations of this intensive nine-day seminar, students will directly engage with aspects of Ireland’s past that impact its present, including reactions to Brexit, the eighth amendment referendum on abortion, and the economic crisis.

May also be registered as REL 328 or PSC 464.

Not included in limited registration of PSC courses.

This course has an associated course fee. See the London Course Fees page for more information.

PSC464 Borders in Flux: Identities and Conflict in Ireland (Spring)

May also be registered as HST 464 or REL 328.

Not included in limited registration of PSC courses.

This course has an associated course fee. See the London Course Fees page for more information.

REL328 Borders in Flux: Identities and Conflict in Ireland (Spring)

May also be registered as HST 464 or PSC 464.

Not included in limited registration of PSC courses.

This course has an associated course fee. See the London Course Fees page for more information.

PSC354 Human Rights and Global Affairs (Fall, Spring) CANCELLED Fall 2026

Human rights are meant to ground justice, fairness, and equality, and all UN member states have pledged to uphold them. Yet abuses occur daily worldwide—from arbitrary arrests and torture to discrimination against marginalized groups such as racial minorities, LGBTI+ people, women, and Indigenous communities. Many violations are less visible, including systemic social and economic inequalities that especially harm people living in poverty. How governments, corporations, civil society, and individuals respond to these issues shapes the freedoms people experience.

Human Rights and Global Affairs examines both the misunderstanding and the uneven practice of human rights. The course asks whether we truly know what human rights are, why they matter, and how that knowledge protects freedom. Students study the evolution of the international human rights framework across ethics, politics, and law, and assess the responsibilities of state and non‑state actors. Through global case studies of both failure and progress, the course explores real-world challenges and the efforts of civil society and transnational networks to defend rights. By the end, students will be prepared to debate human rights confidently, understand the protections all people deserve, and better recognize struggles within their communities and across the global society.

Satisfies IDEA Course Requirement.

Most semesters, registration limited (including minors) to only one Political Science class (PSC prefix and courses cross-listed with PSC) except for Political Science majors. Check the current semester’s Schedule of Classes for more information.

EEE400.1 Environment, Sustainability and Policy in Hong Kong (Fall, Spring)

This course introduces you to the idea and practice of sustainable development both in HongKong and worldwide. Throughout the semester, we will explore environmental challenges such as waste management and air quality, and we will evaluate them in light of dominant global and national policies and practices. We will also focus on identifying innovative technological solutions and business strategies emerging in Hong Kong. You will learn about these issues first-hand with visits to the ECO Park of the Environmental Protection Department and the Hong Kong Wetland Park, Tin Shui Wai.

Meets with PST 400.1.

PSY315 Drugs and Human Behavior (Fall, Spring)

This course provides a thorough review of the fundamentals of psychoactive drugs and their effects on human behavior. The course approaches drug use and abuse from a social, psychopharmacological and clinical view, and is divided into six modules. We will draw on basic pharmacology, neurobiology (how drugs affect the nervous system), and we will examine the historical contexts of drug use, as well as the short- and long-term effects of various psychoactive drugs. This course will also cover the treatment and prevention of substance use disorders.

Registration restriction: Enrollment is limited, with priority given to Psychology majors and students accepted to the Health and Science special program. Enrollment during online registration may be limited to only one Psychology course for non-majors.

Prereq: PSY 205 or 209, or equivalent foundational psychology course

PST400.1 Environment, Sustainability and Policy in Hong Kong (Fall, Spring)

Meets with EEE 400.1.

PHI345 Philosophy, Money and the Good Life (Fall, Spring)

To be offered in Fall 2025

Explores the nature and meaning of money for individuals and for society at large. Philosophers since Antiquity have wondered how money relates to a life well-lived. We consider classic theory, current policy, and personal dilemmas in light of questions such as how money got started, whether meaning and value can be defined in monetary terms, how gold differs from digital currency, and whether money is important.

Satisfies Shared Competencies:

Communication Skills
Critical and Creative Thinking

GEO490 Independent Study/Guided Research in Geography (Fall, Spring)

Independent Study during Module C allows students to conduct in-depth guided research on a subject related to Hong Kong, China, or Asia. Students should have background in the subject area based on prior study and often focus on specific interests developed during Modules A and/or B. During this five-week period, students are supervised by a faculty member in Hong Kong who teaches in a discipline related to the research subject. Faculty guide the research process, assign readings, provide resources and grade the final paper. Students are able to take advantage of excellent on-site resources to conduct both library and primary research (through interviews, surveys, etc.). Students should attend all lectures and meetings in order to complete the research and paper.

ARI333 Drawing II: Representation to Conceptualization (Fall, Spring)

This class builds on skills developed and explored in Drawing I: Observation. Course problems will work from observation of volume and space and extend that into drawing invented forms and space. Form, structure, and expression in drawing. Drawing problems in a variety of media.

Students must bring with them or purchase specialty drawing papers and tools suited to individual project(s).

Repeatable 2 time(s), 9 credits maximum

Limited enrollment, with preference given to students admitted to Studio Art Program.

Prereq: ARI 231 (Drawing I: Observation: Florentine Sketchbook) or equivalent

This course has an associated course fee. See the Course Fees webpage for more information.