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Course Criteria
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4.00 Credits
An introductory survey covering the major institutions and processes of American government and politics, with a focus on understanding current issues and events. 4 SH. Core: Perspectives on the World, Society and the Individual.
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4.00 Credits
is no longer applicable to the Asian studies minor.
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4.00 Credits
Examines state behavior in the international system in light of countries' abilities and limitations. Causes of state action, leaders' decision making, and the role of power are discussed. Explores why states go to war, the role of the United Nations, the benefits and costs of free trade, and the effects of the environmental and human rights movements. Case studies and current events will be used to illustrate theories and provide a framework for discussion. 4 SH. Core: Perspectives on the World, Society and the Individual.
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4.00 Credits
Examines selected topics or problems in American government or comparative government international politics, or political thought. May be repeated for credit if topic is different. 2 or 4 SH.
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4.00 Credits
Introduces students to the social science research process and common techniques of quantitative data analysis. Topics include statistical, comparative and experimental research methodologies, univariate and multivariate statistics, and hypothesis testing. Requirements include using a computer-based statistical program to complete an empirical research project. Course prepares students for careers involving research in government, business, and non-profit sectors. 4 SH.
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4.00 Credits
Course examines the treatment of politics in American cinema. Topics may include political corruption, courts and the law, war, race and politics, and elections. Possible themes include political and legal culture, political legitimacy, film as political criticism and film as a source of political knowledge. Course also examines film techniques and characteristics of film as contrasted with other forms of media. 2 or 4 SH.
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4.00 Credits
An introductory examination of the role of women in th U.S. political system. The course includes a theoretical and historical view of the development of women's political activity in the United States, as well as a contemporary look at women as activists, voters, and candidates. Current issues are incorporated as appropriate. Same as WMST:211. 4 SH.
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4.00 Credits
Examines the law and the legal system in the United States, assessing the possibilities and limitations of the law. Studies the political basis of the law and critiques of the American legal system. Discusses the major players in the legal system, including lawyers, judges, and juries. Course culminates with a mock trial. 4 SH.
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4.00 Credits
Study and analysis of state and local government in the U.S. political system. Examines the influence of intergovernmental relations on these political systems and the "how, why, and so what" of governmental operation. Comparative look taken at the different ways state and local governments operate in 50 states and thousands of local governments, with an emphasis on the role of Pennsylvania and other states of particular interest to students. Contemporary policy issues are incorporated. 4 SH.
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4.00 Credits
A comparative survey of the political and economic issues facing the developing nations of Asia, Africa, Latin America the Middle East, and the transitional states in Eastern Europe. Emphasizes problems of political and economic development, nation building and the transtition to democracy. Considers the role of elites, parties, corruption, the military, integration and competing ideologies. 4 SH.
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