Dr. Andreea Mihalache-O'Keef
Assistant Professor
E-mail: mihalache@roanoke.edu
Office: West Hall 202
Phone: 540-375-5297
209 Research Methods in Public Affairs
An examination of research methodologies techniques used in the study of pubic policy and politics. The course emphasizes both qualitative and quantitative methods. The lab focuses on statistical applications.
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Lab: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisite: POLI 101 and at least one other course in the major or ENVI 250, sophomore status, or permission.
231 International Politics
An examination of the nature of the international political system, the perspectives and behaviors of nation-states, and the role and influence of both intergovernmental organizations and non-governmental actors. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisite: POLI 101 or permission.
247 Theory in International Relations
In-depth examination of the theoretical lenses in the field of International Relations, complemented by the application of the theories to contemporary global issues.
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisite: POLI 231 or permission.
333 Global Political Economy
An introduction to the relationship between politics and economics at the theoretical and policy levels. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisite: POLI 231
INQ 260 Dimensions of a secure life: Politics of Human Security in a Globalized World
Lecture: 3hrs/wk.
INQ 300 How Hungry Are You? Food Politics Today
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.