A great deal is at stake in this election. This highly-rated course, which is unique to the University of Denver, provides an opportunity to develop comprehensive knowledge of America's most intriguing public policy dilemmas. Policy issues to be discussed include inter-generational equity, competitiveness, the budget and trade deficits, crime, health care, education, the environment, entitlements, immigration, and social welfare. Students who care about the American future, from ever major field of study, will find this class applicable and are encouraged to enroll. Required for Public Affairs Majors.
All majors welcome.
Specially-selected readings and Socratic dialogue. Analytical examinations and essays. This special course is designed for the student who wishes to understand the topic of urban public policy in depth and to comprehend the reasons behind the current economic revival of cities. This course will look at some of the new areas that are emerging in the field of Biomedical Ethics. We will look particularly at the conflict between existing Biomedical Ethics and the allocation of resources by health plans and state governments.