INST 355 - Science,Ethics,and Public Policy

Institution:

Virginia Wesleyan University

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Description:

A particularly challenging area of social concern is explored in the context of the broader issues at the interface of science, ethics, and public policy. This special topics course involves a two-day symposium featuring presentations by several distinguished guest experts and an overnight trip to Washington, D.C., in which students receive briefings from political leaders and representatives of lobby groups on aspects of the policy-making process and policy concerns related to the course topics. May be repeated for credit as topics change. Does not fulfill any requirements for Latin Honors. Prerequisite: junior/senior status. Offered in selected Winter Sessions.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.vwu.edu

Phone Number:

(757) 455-3200

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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