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U.S. and Canadian Geopolitics
This course looks at U.S.-Canada relations with a particular focus on the meaning and significance of the border, Canadian struggles with U.S. political, economic, and cultural influence, and the efforts of Canadians to forge an unique international identity in the face of U.S. proximity and hegemony.

Outcomes: This course focuses on one of the learning outcomes for geography at Western Oregon, that students will:

  • Understand the role of geography in society.

More particularly, by the end of the term students will:

  • Demonstrate an appreciation of the scope of U.S.-Canada relations;
  • Understand Canadian responses to U.S. influence and dominance;
  • Be able to critically examine U.S. and Canadian interactions at different spatial scales.

Format: The class will be conducted as a 'readings course', meaning that students will work through class material independently, but in consultation with, and within a framework established by, the professor. Sharing and discussion will occur through periodic meetings and online.

 
Shaun Huston's web site is at: http://www.wou.edu/~hustons

Created by Anne-Marie Deitering and Shaun Huston

Please address comments or questions to hustons@wou.edu