Political Science

POLS4716Immigration, Displacement, and Conflict 3 ch (3S) (W)
Explore the dynamics of migration and its impact on host societies, focusing on conflicts arising from economic, safety, and climate-induced relocation. Examine factors influencing migration, distinctions between refugees and migrants, and effects on both sending and receiving countries. Learn about theories of prejudice, identity, and group threat, and review strategies for managing immigrant-host conflicts, including dialogue, trauma awareness, and systemic approaches like advocacy and public policy.