Topic for Fall 2018: Comparative Politics of the City
This seminar focuses on the political dynamics of cities using a comparative and multi-disciplinary perspective. Topics include: the causes and consequences of the rise and decline of cities; the social and political dimensions of urban design; the dynamics of inequality; and the rise of “global cities.”

Topic for Winter 2019: Models of Strategy and Choice
This course surveys formal models of political choice and strategy, exploring their lessons about democratic decision making, cooperation, and leadership. The emphasis is analytical and abstract, with course material developed through problem sets and reflective, applied essays.

Topic for Spring 2019: Comparative Politics and International Relations
This seminar is intended to help students conceptualize and complete a senior experience project. Readings from comparative politics and international relations will be used to model the various stages of, and approaches to, conducting research.