Since ideas have consequences, the destructive results of much of modern thought are explained and analyzed. The upper division political science courses give the student a more in-depth comprehension of the great political thinkers, the nature and actual function of the American governmental system, constitutional law and jurisprudence, international relations and the governments and politics of other lands and regions. The department also includes courses and a minor in various sub-fields in economics. The purpose of the science of economics, as famous British economist Alfred Marshall said, is to raise up the poor. This is a Christian duty, but many well meaning Christians have either no idea or merely false ideas about how to do this.
Good intentions are no substitute for sound economic theory.
The economics minor gives the student the full range of economic knowledge, from economic philosophy, economic history, to advanced social teachings and technical courses. The Classical Political Tradition and Medieval Political and Social Theory or PSAE 426-427 Modern Political Theories and Contemporary Political Theory, and PSAE 512 Senior Seminar and Thesis are required for the major. B. The Politics Program . The advanced curriculum thus offers the Political Science and Economics major a wide variety of courses which provide the preparation needed for advanced study in law school or graduate school, and for careers in government, business, and journalism. The Classical Political Tradition and Medieval Political and Social Theory, or PSAE 426-427 Modern Political Theories and Contemporary Political Theory, are required for the minor.