PS 370 Arab Uprisings

This course analyses the seminal events that unfolded in the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) countries since December 2010,  which transformed the political and social dynamics in many parts of the Arab world. Through lectures, readings, class discussions and documentaries, we will shed some light on the underlying causes of these events. Furthermore, we will ascertain the significance of the Arab uprisings and examine their impact on the regional and global power configuration. No credit given to students with credit for PS 491: Advanced Studies in Political Science - The Arab Spring.