Islamic Movements and Parties
GOVT 277Z
Summer 2026
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01
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This course examines the diversity of movements and political parties that take Islam as a reference point, and situates these discussions within broader debates around religion and politics. Through a variety of cases spanning from the Middle East and North Africa to Southeast Asia, we will explore the rise and evolution of different types of Islamic movements, and discuss different modes of mobilization, organization, and interaction with the state and with other social and political actors. We will examine why some groups form political parties, and how they navigate the tensions between the needs of the party and the mission of the movement. We will consider how Islamic parties impact local and national politics, and in turn how they respond to shifting political terrains and challenges from within. The course will conclude with a reflection on "post-Islamism" and Western attitudes towards Islamic movements. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
SBS GOVT |
| Course Format: Seminar | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (Government)(Muslim Studies Minor) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available |
| SECTION 01 - Summer Session I |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
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Peter Mandaville, ISLAM AND POLITICS; Shadi Hamid & William McCants, RETHINKING POLITICAL ISLAM
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Examinations and Assignments:
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Daily discussion questions on the readings, two short papers, midterm, research paper, presentation |
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| Instructor(s): Matesan,Ioana Emy Times: .MTWRF. 01:30PM-03:10PM; Location: FRANK107; |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 15 | | SR major: 3 | JR major: 3 | | |
| Seats Available: 14 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 3 | JR non-major: 3 | SO: 3 | FR: X |
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