International Relations of Spaceflight (POSC 190)

About the class:

Students will explore the fascinating world of spaceflight through a political lens. In the 1950’s,

spaceflight emerged as a central component of the Cold War and has remained an important component

of international relations. Students will examine and discuss how spaceflight has evolved from a

bitterly competitive conflict between the United States and the Soviet Union, to a more collaborative

endeavor, and what the future holds in spaceflight relations. Even through tense times like the recent

war in Ukraine, Astronauts from all over the world have remained on board the International Space

Station.

**Please feel free to email me with any questions/requests.**

I have offered this course in the following quarters at The University of California, Riverside:

• Winter 2023 (CRN: 54063)

• Spring 2023 (CRN: 72714)

• Fall 2023 (CRN: 36785)

• Winter 2024 (CRN: 55926)

• Spring 2024 (CRN: 74138)

• Fall 2024 (CRN: 38403)

• Winter 2025 (Upcoming, CRN: 57498)

Course Syllabus: