About the Course:

The aim of this course is to understand the phenomenon that is genocide by analyzing possible causes, shared characteristics of instances of genocide, international response and attempts at post-genocide reconciliation. The start of the course will explore the history of the word “genocide” beginning with the Holocaust. After analyzing generalities associated with the term “genocide”, we will apply them to specific case studies. The main case studies shall include but will not be limited to: the Holocaust, Armenia, Rwanda, and Cambodia. We will then go on to focus on the discrepancies that exist in defining “genocide” and how these different interpretations contribute to the problem of accountability. The goal is to find a common thread throughout different occurrences of genocide to see if there are any possible preventative measures. The class will conclude by observing attempts at reconciling the atrocities of genocide.

How to Enroll:

Come to class on the first day of class September 3 to enroll. Classes are held on Wednesdays 5:30-7:30 PM in 101 Moffitt.