This course examines the theoretical and applied basis of environmental policymaking. It examines the relationship between political institutions, interest group interaction, and regulatory responses, including policy ques, legislative action, implementation and administrative rulemaking, judicial review, and the interplay between governmental bodies, regulated constituents, and the public generally. Each participant is expected to come to class prepared to critically analyze the readings and ready to add to the ongoing class discussion. Course requirements include class participation, presentation of case study, and a formal seminar paper.
All class meetings are, of course, mandatory.
If you must miss a class, please meet with me to arrange an alternative assignment. Readings, of course, are critical. It is expected that students will complete all reading assignments prior to class for which they are assigned. Students are expected to be prepared to summarize and discuss the readings, and to integrate the readings into the ongoing discussion. Finally, students will present their papers for the entire class.