Seeks to provide a framework in terms of which process and current issues become meaningful. Offered each semester. Today Uses the issues of our time as vehicles to an understanding of the political process.
Emphasis is on American politics but in a world wide perspective.
Topics considered may include economic, race, gender, and civil liberty issues among others. 200 Foundatins of Political Science Incorporates techniques for analyzing political questions logically and systematically, and introduces basic research design and methodological and library usage skills appropriate to the political science discipline. Required course for B. A. majors in political science, public administration and international relations, and the B. S. in Education with a political science concentration. Optional course minors in political science, public administration, and international relations. Cannot be used to meet University general education requirements.