Practical field research in any topic agreed on by both the students and the professor. Open to any social science major who has completed one or more semesters of research methodology, at the discretion of the professor. Hours to vary with project. Courses in this series offer an in-depth exploration of specific issues within the various subfields of political science as well as topics of current interest to instructor and students. A study of selected problems in constitutional law with emphasis on areas of current concern.
Material consists of case studies, selected articles, commentaries and judicial biographies.
The Supreme Court is viewed as a social, economic and cultural force in our political system as well as a source and arbiter of law and order. The interaction of the court and interest groups is examined in connection with the development of constitutional law. Participation in a field learning experience closely related to one of the areas of political science. The student intern will report as required to the faculty member assigned to supervise this field experience and is expected to evaluate the experience and relate it to his or her academic program. Three hours of field work per week will be required to generate one credit.