3 cr. hrs. A survey of the origins of Anglo-American constitutional government in the history of early modern England, focusing in particular on the rule of law and ideas of representation and collective government. Practical field experience working with legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government. Internships are individually arranged and may be done at the national, state, or local levels of government. Students will be required to supplement their field experience with appropriate readings arranged with the instructor prior to registration along with a required research project in the area of the internship.
Credit varies on the amount of time allocated for the internship.
POL 498 Workshop-credit arranged. Research, study, or original work under the direction of a faculty mentor, leading to a scholarly thesis document with a public presentation of results. Requires approval of thesis director, department chair, dean, and the director of the Honors Program, when appropriate.