Human Rights in Global Politics Does the pursuit of human rights promote world peace or generate conflict? In this course we will investigate the status of human rights in global politics. We will examine theoretical arguments about the universality of human rights, the dominance of liberal human rights regimes, and the compatibility of restorative justice and human rights. We will discuss contested cases such as the “Asian Values” critique of human rights, the Responsibility to Protect (against mass atrocities) doctrine, and the work of Truth and Reconciliation commissions. Through the course, students will acquire the skills needed to analyze the impact of human rights on political actors in the international arena.

Shinkyu (James) Lee

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Dr. Lee is an incredible professor. His enthusiasm and knowledge is evident in class and he makes our morning classes fun and engaging. We have readings for every class but they're very manageable. Dr. Lee also has lots of groupwork in class which means our classes end up being quite discussion based. There's a midterm and final exam, but they're both take home. 

Dr. Lee is very energetic and enthusiastic about the course material and often times likes to joke around. The midterm and final are both take home and he gives review questions that prepare you well for the exams. Overall loved his class and highly recommend taking it.