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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
Special emphasis given to peace and justice in political communities, as well as the relationship of religious faith to political thought and practice. This course emphasizes the development of reading, writing, and critical thinking skills; and examines historical and contemporary political issues rooted in perennial questions about justice.
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the international political system and its major institutions, issues, and events. Major themes and events include the nature of the state system, national security and national interest, war and peace, alliances, diplomacy, the Cold War, conflict resolution, and international law.
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3.00 Credits
An in-depth analysis of the presidency in the American political system. The course will examine the origins of the presidency, the nature of executive-legislative relations, the growth of presidential power, and the exercise of presidential power, especially in the modern era. Offered: Alternate years.
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3.00 Credits
An in-depth examination of the factors influencing the U.S. as a participant in the international system, especially from the end of World War II to the present. Topics include U.S. foreign policy and ideology, domestic politics and interest groups, public opinion and the media, and historical events considered chronologically. (See HS 333). Offered: Alternate years.
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3.00 Credits
A critical investigation of political ideas and ideologies from the pre-revolutionary era through the founding period, early 20th century and New Deal, to present distinctions between liberals, conservatives, and other contemporary political orientations. The course examines the evolution of American political discourse, with particular emphasis on liberty, equality, the locus of power in the American political system, and the relationship between the included and excluded in American political history. Offered: Alternate years.
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3.00 Credits
A critical exploration of major themes and issues in the Western political and philosophical tradition from Plato to today, organized around the question, "Why should I obey the State?" Special emphasis will be placed on the concepts of state, citizen, obedience, and the rule of law. Offered: Alternate years. PS 361. Comparative Politics (3) An in-depth study of how nations are governed and how different politicalsystems operate. This course examines how modern political systems try to resolve complex domestic and international problems. Topics include nation-building, the role of ideology and leadership, and the relationship between political and economic development. Offered: Alternate years.
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2.00 - 3.00 Credits
An examination of various aspects of politics and political science conducted in a seminar format. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits.
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3.00 Credits
An in-depth study of the U.S. Supreme Court and its role in the American political and legal systems. Landmark judicial decisions are examined concerning governmental powers, separation of powers, and federalism. Special attention is paid to legal reasoning and the role of the Court and its work in American government and society. Recommended for students interested in law school. Offered: Alternate years.
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3.00 Credits
A critical examination of U. S. Supreme Court decisions involving constitutional rights and liberties with special attention given to the Bill of Rights and the Fourteenth Amendment. Topics will include religious freedom, freedom of expression, rights in criminal procedure, due process and equal protection, including racial and gender discrimination and sexual harassment. Prerequisites: PS 441 or instructor's permission. Offered: Alternate years.
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3.00 Credits
An in-depth study of conflict and conflict resolution in the international political system. This course examines various theories and models such as negotiation theory, peace studies, biblical models, international law, global human rights, and international order models. Offered: Alternate years.
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