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Violent extremism has become a national security threat in many parts of the Middle East, Africa and Asia, as well as Europe and the United States. What works and what doesn't in responding to this unconventional threat, both on the battlefield in Iraq, Syria and Libya as well as in communities where extremists undertake terrorist attacks? How should we deal with violent extremism? This practicum will look at the full range of policy instruments available to prevent, counter and rebuild after conflict with violent extremists, both at home and abroad: military, intelligence and law enforcement, economic, trade and financial sanctions, public affairs messaging, community-level and other counter-recruitment efforts, international coalition-building, signaling and negotiations during conflict, and rebuilding after the defeat of extremists. While the military approach is indispensable, the present course aims to explore a broader range of approaches pertinent to the field of conflict management. The course will also explore horizontal networks and vertical hierarchical ties that connect transnational extremist organizations with their various local affiliates and those whom they inspire to violent acts. It will be of great interest for students interested to learn more about the contemporary challenges to international peace and security posed by transnational extremism, and best methods for managing those volatile dynamics. Students register in the fall for audit and enroll in the spring for credit. <a href="http://bit.ly/1bebp5s" target="_blank">Click here to see evaluations, syllabi, and faculty bios</a>