<i>What are the crucial elements of a strong Global Politics program? </i>This is the question we posed to instructors around the country. The answer: <b>critical thinking</b> and <b>theory</b>. These constitute the foundation of <i>Global Politics: Engaging a Complex World</i>. This contemporary presentation stresses the importance of global events and offers students a number of lenses through which to view the world around them. <p>With Connect, <i>Global Politics</i> is an integrated print and digital content program geared toward undergraduate students taking a first-time international relations course. This highly accessible, comprehensive, yet concise text will help students develop a deep appreciation of global politics—equipping them to encounter the threats and opportunities of their generation.