The course is offered for geography or political science credit. Students will learn about, and gain an appreciation of, selected non-Western political cultures by acquiring an understanding of the distinctive political institutions and practices created by these cultures. The course consists of using non-Western nations from Asia and Africa as case studies. Because many political science instructors require research papers, ENGL 1010 or its equivalent is strongly recommended. Completion of POLS 1000 or consent of instructor.
Students investigate a variety of current political topics and issues.
Students are encouraged to explore key public policy problems, the policy-making process, and the final public policy choice. Students are expected to keep abreast of political events in America and to apply basic concepts in American government to current affairs. A variety of American political ideologies are investigated. Because many political science instructors require research papers, ENGL 1010 or its equivalent is strongly recommended. Completion of POLS 1000 or consent of instructor.