POS 218 - The Legislative Process Analysis of history, composition and responsibilities of the America Congress and various state governments in the matter of legislation. POS 221 - American Political Parties Study of the two party system. Emphasis on voting behavior, campaign techniques, party organization, and the party as an organizer of governmental power. POS 230 - Constitutional Law Introduction to U.S. Constitution and major cases that have come before Supreme Court. Helps students understand role of the Constitution in the economy as well as its role as protector of the rights and liberties of the people of the United States.
Course examines dynamic character of Constitutional interpretation in our nation's history.
POS 247 - Radicals and Radicalism Terrorism, extremism, and isolated acts of violence has driven much of the history and political life since the late 1700's. Examines the driving ideologies of selected radicals and radical groups. Such figures as Thomas Paine, Karl Marx, Huey Long, Stokely Carmichael, Gandhi, and Saddam Hussein will be studied in the context of their works and activities. 322 - Area Studies Case study analyzing government and polities of a selected nation or area. Subject of study will be announced prior to registration.