Courses Taught

Fourth Year Course
IS 401.3 - Internation Cooperation and Conflict, University of Saskatchewan
Explores the contribution which interdisciplinary theory and research make toward understanding international issues, particularly international cooperation and conflict. Topics will include nationalism and ethnicity, the role of international organizations in conflict resolution and democratization, human rights, militarism and peacekeeping.

POLS 471.3 - Globalization and Challenges, University of Saskatchewan
An examination of the impact of globalization, with emphasis on groups such as labour, women, and the poor, and on the effects of particular transnational processes such as environmental degradation, refugee flows and the spread of ethnic conflicts.


Second Year Courses

POLS 260 - International Relations, University of Sasktchewan
An examination of the major features of international relations, including the nature and evolution of international actors, the issues and ideas which motivate them, and their policies and actions in world politics.

POLS 248 - Foundations of American Government, University of Saskatchewan
Will offer an introduction to the constitutional foundations of American Government. Topics studied will include the origins and basic structure of the Constitution and its amendments, the role of the Courts, civil liberties, federalism, political culture and elections.

POLS 205 - Politics in Canada, University of Saskatchewan
Introduces students to the societal context of, and individual and group participation in, Canadian political life. Covers the Canadian political culture, the politics of regionalism, language, ethnicity and federalism, and the main processes of political participation, including political parties, elections, pressure groups, and the mass media.

HIST 262 - Canadian-American Relations from 1900 to the Present, University of Saskatchewan
Examines political, economic, social, culture; and diplomatic aspects of the Canadian-American relations from the pre-contact period until 1900.  Employs chronological and thematic approaches while also making reference to the historical debates and historiographical developments.

HIST 261 - Canadian-American Relations to 1900, University of Saskatchewan
Examines political, economic, social, culture; and diplomatic aspects of the Canadian-American relations from 1900 to the present.  Employs chronological and thematic approaches while also making reference to the historical debates and historiographical developments.

HIST 252 - Canadian Political History 1800-1900, University of Saskatchewan
A survey of nineteenth century Canadian political history, emphasizing the emergence and development of parties, political leadership, creation of and evolution of the federal system and the clash of ethnic, regional, class and religious interests.

HIST 207 - Canada Since 1945, University of Regina.
A study of the political, economic, and social developments from Mackenzie King to Mulroney; foreign policy during and after the Cold War; U.S. relations; aboriginal issues; separatism, regionalism, and national unity.

PHED 2069 - Soccer, Laurentian University
An introduction to the fundamentals of the game: systems and principles of play, rules and regulations, and the history of the game. Successful students receive Level I Coaching Certification with the Ontario Soccer Association and the Canadian Soccer Association.


First Year Courses
POLS 112 - Political Ideas and Change in a Global Era, University of Saskatchewan
An introduction to political ideas and change in a global era.  The course explores themes such as nationalism, ideology, development, democratization, globalization, sovereignty, conflict and human rights.

POLS 111 - Democracy in North America, University of Saskatchewan
An introduction to the study of politics through an examination of contemporary issues and ideas that arise in and between the democratic systems of Canada, the United States and Mexico, including democracy, sovereignty, aboriginal issues, NAFTA, globalization, identity, rights, representation and political participation.

HIST 170 - History of the Americas, University of Saskatchewan
A comparative exploration of the history of Canada, the United States, and Latin America from pre-Columbian societies to the present, focusing on ethnic and class conflict, gender roles, slavery, the roles of religion, and the struggle for democracy.

HIST 152 - Post-Confederation Canada, University of Saskatchewan
A survey of the history of Canada since Confederation, emphasizing social, cultural, economic, political, constitutional, and external policy developments.

HIST 151 - Pre-Confederation Canada, University of Saskatchewan
A survey of the history of Canada from the pre-European contact period until 1867, emphasizing, social, cultural, economic, political, constitutional and external policy developments.


Courses for Older Adults

A Nation Divided? Current Issues in Canadian Politics: An examination of some of the major issues confronting the Canadian government, politicians and citizens today.

The West and Conflict in the 20th and 21st Centuries: Analyzing the major conflicts of the period, from their origins to their contemporary ramifications as well as the connections between them.

The Elephant and the Mouse: Historical and Contemporary Perspectives on the Canadian-American Relationship: An exploration of contemporary issues in the relationship, including missile defense, continental integration and the War on Terror with an eye to providing their historical foundations as well as glance into the future to see what are likely to be the issues of tomorrow.

From Iraq to the Sudan: Contemporary Crises in History Perspective: An exploration of the historical origins of various political, diplomatic, cultural and humanitarian crises of the 21st century.

Teaching Assistant  Experience                       

University of Saskatchewan

HIST 152.3: Post-Confederation Canadian History,
HIST 151.3: Pre-Confederation Canadian History,
HIST 170.6: History of the Americas,

Laurentian University

HIST 1107 E: Contemporary Issues in Historical Perspective,
HIST 1106 E: Introduction to the Twentieth Century,
HIST 1207 E: Western Civilization – French Revolution to the Present,
HIST 1206 E: Western Civilization – Renaissance to the French Revolution,
PHED 2069: Soccer,