REES 240 - Mediterranean Cultures in their European Context

An introduction to modern eastern Mediterranean societies, focusing primarily on Croatia and its neighbours, and examining the historical, cultural, economic, and socio-political interconnectedness of these societies, situated at a crossroads of both East/West and North/South communication and commerce. Students will discuss different perspectives on issues such as cultural diversity, gender relations, migration, and the place of the Mediterranean in the human imagination, developing critical thinking skills by analyzing relevant readings and engaging in independent research.