Advising Information and Course Offerings for Summer 2026
Advising Notes for Students:
Students are encouraged to contact the Director of the Global Studies Program, Dr. Zackery Heern, at zackeryheern@isu.edu for more information about these courses. You may reach out by email to ask questions or to schedule an advising appointment.
Summer 2026 Course Offerings
GLBL 2202: The World Today: Introduction to Global Issues (Objective 9)
Section 01: Early 6 Weeks (18 May - 26 June 2026) | Fully Online, No Set Times with Dr. Raphael Njoku (CRN: 30487)
Section E1: Early 6 Weeks (18 May - 26 June 2026) | Fully Online, No Set Times with Dr. Raphael Njoku (CRN: 30731)
This course takes a thematic approach to highlight major Global issues including health, politics, sports, terrorism, women's empowerment, human rights, science, technology, poverty, etc., and how various regions of the world have responded to the stress and storm that often characterize these life challenges with particular focus on the past two decades. Students will critically analyze how cultural, social, economic, and/or environmental exchanges between people from different regions interact in our globalized world today. Satisfies Objective 9 of the General Education Requirements. F, S, Su.
GLBL 2205: Study Abroad
Section 01: Variable dates and locations (CRN 31283)
Available only through study overseas. Development of intermediate-level communicative competencies in speaking, listening, reading and writing, and of cultural awareness through exposure to customs, traditions, places, and peoples.
GLBL 3301: Special Topic: Human Rights (Upper Division)
Section 01: Early 6 Weeks (18 May - 26 June 2026) | Fully Online, No Set Times with Dr. Raphael Njoku (CRN 30488)
Selected topics of international interest. May be repeated for up to 9 credits.
The class design is to use the subject of human rights and its universal application as a system of value. The concept and practice of international human rights encompass more than simply defining and enforcing what is ‘right.’ Like many social phenomena, human rights have myriad dimensions and perspectives that delve into issues of philosophy, policy, imperialism, identity, justice, power, and much more. Although genocide is the most blatant offense perpetrated by humans against humans, the study of human rights also covers other important topic areas. What factors explain the perpetuation of unfair, unlivable wages among the world’s working poor? Why do billions of people lack access to safe and clean drinking water? What factors explain the rise of the global sex trade, human trafficking, kidnapping, tyranny against children, and systematic femicide? What role does our complacency play in these issues? What about environmental degradation and the continuation of US-administered “secret prisons” around the world? This course will give students the comparative historical and theoretical perspective to examine many of these issues and contribute to public discourse, policy, and activism concerning international human rights.
Non-concentration Course, talk your Advisor
HIST 1101: World History I (Objective 6)
Section 01: Late 8 Weeks (15 June - 7 August 2026) | Fully Online, No Set Times with Dr. Lauren MacDonald (CRN: 31192)
Survey of pre-modern world history. Human history from ancient times to circa 1500. No prerequisites.
Advising Information and Course Offerings for Fall 2026
Advising Notes for Students:
Students are encouraged to contact the Director of the Global Studies Program, Dr. Zackery Heern, at zackeryheern@isu.edu for more information about these courses. You may reach out by email to ask questions or to schedule an advising appointment.
Fall 2026 Course Offerings
GLBL 1107: Nature of Language (Objective 7)
Section 01: Full Term | Fully Online | TR 4 - 5:15pm on Zoom with Dr. Liz Redd (CRN: 12631)
General survey of structure and use of natural and constructed languages. Topics include language origins, language structures, including sound systems and word- and sentence-building, language and culture, and language use in community. Taught in English. Satisfies Objective 7 of the General Education Requirements. Students must be online during the days and times listed. Equivalent to ANTH 1107 and ENGL 1107. F,S
GLBL 2202: The World Today: Introduction to Global Issues (Objective 9)
Section 01: Full Term | Fully Online, No Set Times with Dr. Raphael Njoku (CRN: 11473)
Section 03: Full Term | TR 9:30 - 10:45am In Person with Dr. King Yik (CRN: 12630)
Section E3: Full Term | Reserved for High School students only |TR 9:30 -10:45am In Person with Dr. King Yik (CRN: 13468)
This course takes a thematic approach to highlight major Global issues including health, politics, sports, terrorism, women's empowerment, human rights, science, technology, poverty, etc., and how various regions of the world have responded to the stress and storm that often characterize these life challenges with particular focus on the past two decades. Students will critically analyze how cultural, social, economic, and/or environmental exchanges between people from different regions interact in our globalized world today. Satisfies Objective 9 of the General Education Requirements. F, S, Su
GLBL 2203: International Organizations Today: Conflicts and Cooperation (Objective 6)
Section 01: Full Term | MWF 10 - 10:50am In Person with Dr. King Yik (CRN: 11474)
Section E1: Full Term | Reserved for High School students only | MWF 10 -10:50am In Person with Dr. King Yik (CRN: 11752)
This course examines the role of international organizations in resolving conflicts and promoting cooperation among countries. Students will take a behind the scenes look at international organizations such as the United Nations, NATO, World Bank, WTO, OPEC, etc. We will explore their impact on peace, human rights, trade, and development via current events. Partially satisfies Objective 6 of the General Education Requirements.
GLBL 2209: Cultures of East Asia (Objective 9)
Section 02: Full Term | Fully Online, No Set Times with Dr. King Yik (CRN: 14808)
Overview of the cultures of China, Japan, and Korea, intended to help the student understand each within the framework of East Asian civilization, their historical importance and the crucial role they play in the world today. Satisfies Objective 9 of the General Education Requirements.
GLBL 2270: World Regional Geography and Cultures (Objective 9)
Section 01: Full Term | Fully Online, No Set Times with TBA (CRN: 14809)
This course provides an introduction to world regions with an emphasis on geography scholarship, regional analysis, and spatial thinking skills. Students will learn more about the diversity of contemporary global cultures and environments and gain a deeper appreciation of world regions through their environmental, social, cultural, geopolitical, and economic characteristics. Satisfies Objective 9 of the General Education Requirements. F,S
GLBL 3399: Frank Church Symposium (Upper Division)
Section 01: Full Term | MWF 12 – 12:50am In Person with Dr. Zackery Heern (CRN15438)
Section 02: Full Term | MWF 12 – 12:50am on Zoom with Dr. Zackery Heern (CRN 15439)
Active participation in organizing the annual Frank Church Symposium for International Affairs, and attendance at the sessions. Online section must be online during days and times listed. May be repeated for up to 9 credits. D
GLBL 4420: Global Health and Policy (Upper Division)
Section 01: Full Term | TR 2:30 - 3:45pm In Person with Dr. King Yik (CRN: 13344)
Section 02: Full Term | TR 2:30 – 3:45pm on Zoom with Dr. King Yik (CRN: 14451)
This course is an examination of global social constructions of health and healthcare focusing on issues such as beliefs, governmental policies, approaches to curative medicine, and gender notions and their impact on healthcare. It introduces students to the culture of different societies and the effects on health. The course provides insights on the impact of culture, politics, economies, and gender relations on health policies. Online section must be online during days and times listed. Repeatable with different content. F, S, Su
GLBL 4493: Senior Thesis/Capstone (Upper Division)
Section 01: Full Term | Other with Dr. King Yik (CRN: 11475)
Section 02: Full Term | Other with Dr. Raphael Njoku (CRN: 14807)
Global Studies majors can either write and present a senior thesis under direction of one of the faculties affiliated with the Global Studies Program or prepare and present a capstone project outlining how their learning outcomes from coursework and study abroad or internships line up with professional goals. F,S
Global Studies Concentrations:
Global Security and Justice Concentration
HIST 4440: History of Revolutions (Upper Division)
Section 01: Late 8 Weeks | Fully Online, No Set Times with Dr. Zackery Heern (CRN: 14869)
Explores revolutions in their historical contexts. Themes may include liberal democratic, constitutional, communist, and anti-colonial revolutions. Historical period and global region may vary. D
POLS 4325: Special Topics in International Relations (Upper Division)
Section 01: Full Term | TR 9:30 – 10: 45am In Person with Dr. Colin Johnson (CRN: 14634)
Section 02: Full Term | TR 9:30 – 10: 45am on Zoom with Dr. Colin Johnson (CRN: 14648)
Course topics in International Relations will vary. Fulfills International Relations elective for political science majors. May be repeated with different topics up to 9 credits. Online section must be online during days and times listed. D
Global Culture and Identity Concentration
ART4425: Contemporary Art (Upper Division)
Section 01: Full Term | MWF 12 – 12:50pm In Person with Dr. Jonathan Fardy (CRN: 12967)
Section 02: Full Term | MWF 12 – 12:50pm on Zoom with Dr. Jonathan Fardy (CRN: 12968)
Study of art and art theories from WWII to the present. Online section must be online during days and times listed. F
SPAN 3341: Survey of Spanish Literature and Civilization (Upper Division)
Section 01: Full Term | M 3 – 4:50pm on Zoom with Dr. Helen Tarp (CRN: 14159)
This course offers a comprehensive survey of Spanish literature and civilization from the Middle Ages to the twenty-first century. Through the study of representative literary texts, historical documents, film, music, visual arts, and political discourse, students will explore major cultural movements and critical developments that have shaped modern Spain. Emphasis is placed on literary analysis, historical contextualization, and interdisciplinary approaches to the study of Spanish culture. Students must be online during days and times listed. PRE-or-COREQ: SPAN 3301 or SPAN 3302 or equivalent. F
Global Politics and Economic Development Concentration
HIST 4440: History of Revolutions (Upper Division)
Section 01: Late 8 Weeks | Fully Online, No Set Times with Dr. Zackery Heern (CRN: 14869)
Explores revolutions in their historical contexts. Themes may include liberal democratic, constitutional, communist, and anti-colonial revolutions. Historical period and global region may vary. D
POLS 4235: Special Topics in Comparative Politics- Central American Politics (Upper Division)
Section 01: Full Term | TR 2:30 – 3:45pm In Person with Dr. Donna Lybecker (CRN:15383)
Section 02: Full Term | TR 2:30 – 3:45pm on Zoom with Dr. Donna Lybecker (CRN:15380)
Course topics in Comparative Politics will vary. Fulfills Comparative Politics elective for political science majors. May be repeated with different topics up to 9 credits. Online section must be online during days and times listed. D
POLS 4325: Special Topics in International Relations (Upper Division)
Section 1: Full Term | TR 9:30 – 10:45am In Person with Dr. Colin Johnson (CRN: 14634)
Section 2: Full Term | TR 9:30 – 10:45am on Zoom with Dr. Colin Johnson (CRN: 14638)
Course topics in International Relations will vary. Fulfills International Relations elective for political science majors. May be repeated with different topics up to 9 credits. D
Global Health and Environment Concentration
ANTH 4402: Ecological Anthropology (Upper Division)
Section 01: Full Term | TR 9:30 – 10:45am In Person with Dr. Georgia Hart-Fredeluces (CRN: 13493)
Interaction of human bio-cultural systems and environment. Relations of natural resources, technological inventories, social organization, cultural categories. Native resource management practices. D
ANTH 4407: Anthropology of Global Health (Upper Division)
Section 01: Full Term | Fully Online, No Set Times with Dr. Luisa Madrigal Marroquin (CRN: 10909)
How cultures define health and illness, and how these definitions ultimately influence the health status of individuals. F
ANTH 4408: Medical Ethnobotany (Upper Division)
Section 01: Full Term | Fully Online, No Set Times with Dr. Georgia Hart-Fredeluces (CRN: 14505)
Rotating topics, including international health issues, ethno-psychiatry, ethnomedicine and non-western healing systems. May be repeated for up to 6 credits. D
GLBL 4420: Global Health and Policy (Upper Division)
Section 01: Full Term | TR 2:30 - 3:45pm In Person with Dr. King Yik (CRN: 13344)
Section 02: Full Term | TR 2:30 – 3:45pm on Zoom with Dr. King Yik (CRN: 14451)
This course is an examination of global social constructions of health and healthcare focusing on issues such as beliefs, governmental policies, approaches to curative medicine, and gender notions and their impact on healthcare. It introduces students to the culture of different societies and the effects on health. The course provides insights on the impact of culture, politics, economies, and gender relations on health policies. Online section must be online during days and times listed. Repeatable with different content. F, S, Su
HIST 4430: Global Environmental History
Section 01: Full Term | MWF 10 – 10:50am In Person with Dr. Justin Stover (CRN: 14837)
Comparative examinations of historical interactions between humans and environmental factors in various time periods and regions throughout the world, and an assessment of their impacts on historical change. This course counts 3 credits towards the undergraduate Certificate in Environmental Studies. OS
Other Courses, talk to your advisor
ANTH 4450: Sociolinguistics
Section 01: Full Term | TR 1-2:15 pm In Person with Dr. Sonja Launspach (CRN: 12628)
Study of the patterned covariation of language and society, social dialects and social styles in language; problems of bilingualism, multilingualism, creoles and language uses. Equivalent to ENGL 4488. PREREQ: ANTH 1107, ENGL 2280 or ENGL 2281, or permission of instructor. F
Non-concentration Courses, talk to your Advisor
ANTH 1102: Cultural Anthropology (Objective: 6)
Section 01: Full Term | TR 1 – 2:15pm Blended, Reduced In-Class Time with Dr. Luisa Madrigal Marroquin (CRN: 13104)
Section E1: Full Term | TR 1 – 2:15pm Blended, Reduced In-Class Time with Dr. Luisa Madrigal Marroquin CRN: (13034)
Explores cultural and biocultural behavior including cross cultural examination of enculturation, culture and personality, social organization, kinship and marriage, economics, politics, and ideology. Focus on cultural dynamics and contemporary issues in cultural anthropology. Partially satisfies Objective 6 of the General Education Requirements. F,S
ART 1102: Survey of Art History II (Objective: 4)
Section 01: Full Term | Fully Online, No Set Times with Ryan Babcock (CRN: 12958)
Introductory global overview of visual art and architecture from Renaissance to the present. Partially satisfies Objective 4 of the General Education Requirements. F
ENGL 2215: Survey of World Mythology
Section 01: Full Term | TR 11am – 12:15pm In Person with Dr. Roger Schmidt (CRN: 12555)
Section 02: Full Term | MWF 1 – 1:50pm In Person with Dr. Michael Stubbs (CRN: 12560)
Section 03: Full Term | MWF 1 -1:50pm on Zoom with Dr. Michael Stubbs (CRN: 13078)
Section E3: Full Term | MWF 1-1:50pm on Zoom with Dr. Michael Stubbs (CRN:14717)
This course is a broad survey of mythologies from multiple cultures and regions of the world from ancient times to the present. Students will analyze, discuss, and write about world mythologies and their relationship to contemporary cultures. Online sections must be online during days and times listed. D
HIST 1101: World History I (Objective 6)
Section 01: Full Term | MWF 11 - 11:50am In Person with Dr. Meghan Woolley (CRN: 11968)
Section 02: Late 8 Weeks | Fully Online, No Set Times with Dr. Lauren MacDonald (CRN: 13810)
Section H1: Full Term | MWF 11 - 11:50am In Person with Dr. Meghan Woolley (CRN: 14074)
Section E1: Full Term | MWF 11 - 11:50am In Person with Dr. Meghan Woolley (CRN: 12229)
Survey of pre-modern world history. Human history from ancient times to c. 1500. No prerequisites. Partially satisfies Objective 6 of the General Education Requirements. R1
POLS 2231: Introduction to Comparative Politics (Objective 9)
Section 01: Full Term | MWF 10 – 10:50am In Person with Dr. Colin Johnson (CRN: 12235)
Section 02: Full Term | MWF 10 – 10:50am on Zoom with Dr. Colin Johnson (CRN: 12236)
Learn through comparison and contrast how nation-states develop distinct identities, different forms of government, and how these shape politics within a nation and relations between nations. Satisfies Objective 9 of the General Education Requirements. Online section must be online during days and times listed. F, S, Su (Contingent on Summer Session demand)