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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
The major theoretical concepts and issues of international relations, emphasizing theories, actors, structures, ideologies, and environment of international politics. Prerequisite: Political Science 101 or 103 or permission of the instructor. Course Type(s): PSIP
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3.00 Credits
Through actual work experience, this course connects classroom learning and real-world practice. Under the guidance of a faculty advisor, students select a cooperative placement. Students will spend 10-15 hours per week at their placement. This course is repeatable for credit. Prerequisite: Political Science 101 or 103. Course Type(s): EX
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3.00 Credits
An internship in a political office. The student will keep a daily log and develop a research topic on the basis of the log and experience. By working an eight-hour day from Monday through Friday, the intern will develop firsthand knowledge of a state or local office and will secure and experience rating for future positions after graduation. Prerequisites: Political Science 101 or 103 and the completion of 60 credits. Course Type(s): EX
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3.00 Credits
How the mass media is constrained and protected by the law and court interpretation. Overview will focus on libel, copyright, obscenity, free press, and other legal/illegal aspects. Also listed as Communication 290. Course Type(s): PSAL
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
An intensive study of a particular subject or problem in political science to be announced prior to registration. The course may be conducted on either a lecture-discussion or a seminar basis. Prerequisite: As announced in the course schedule. Course Type(s): None
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
Guided study of a topic in political science not substantially treated in a regular course, under the direction of a member of the political science faculty. Extensive reading and at least one written report are required. Course Type(s): None
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3.00 Credits
Historical and functional analysis of United States political parties; the workings of party machinery and practical politics, including national, state, and local party activities, election procedures, third party movements, interest groups, and public opinion. Prerequisite: Political Science 101 or 103. Course Type(s): PSAM
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3.00 Credits
The effects of mass communications upon political opinion, control of news, dissemination agencies, propaganda techniques, and pressure groups; the role of opinion polls and survey techniques. Prerequisite: Political Science 101 or 103. Course Type(s): None
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3.00 Credits
An analysis of the structure, organization, and functioning of Congress; the relationship between Congress and the executive and judicial branches of government, the importance of the Congressional investigative powers and of quasi-legislative agencies, boards and commissions. Prerequisite: Political Science 101 or 103. Course Type(s): PSAM
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3.00 Credits
The various theories of the presidency; the president's relationship with Congress, the public, the party structure, the administration, and the vice-president; and the president's powers and responsibilities in foreign and military affairs. Prerequisite: Political Science 101 or 103. Course Type(s): PSAM, WT
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