Each major should consult her departmental advisert to arrange an appropriate internship experience, usually during her junior or senior year. An introduction to American government and politics with an emphasis on the basic constitutional and political structure of the government and on current political controversies. An introduction to the theory and practice of government in major contrasting political systems. Liberal democratic, communist, and developmental systems are considered, with major focus on Great Britain, the former USSR, and at least one developing nation. Topics covered include democracy, liberalism, conservatism, fascism, Marxism, and liberation ideologies.
Emphasis is on developing writing and analytic skills.
Also offered as PHI 205. An introduction to world politics. A survey of current issues and trends in major regions and the principles of interactions among nations, blocks, international organizations, and multinational corporations. Includes a participatory simulation of an international crisis. An introduction to the nature and function of law, to the structure and operation of the court systems of the United States and to the legal professions.