A case study of American constitutional law emphasizing constitutional bases of governmental power. Leading cases demonstrating the principles of separation of powers, judicial review, taxation, commerce, and implied powers. Primarily a case study of American constitutional law emphasizing the constitutional limitations on government, with particular emphasis on personal, civil, and political liberties. The administrative process with particular emphasis on public law relating to the powers and procedures of administrative agencies having powers of adjudication and rule making. Examines the patterns and processes that shape U.S. foreign policy.
Political geography is an interdisciplinary subject.
Surveys theories that connect domestic politics with foreign policy and applies them to a variety of countries. Explores interaction of politics and economics in trade, investment, finance, and development. Survey of current politics of human rights, migration, environment, and technological change. A broad introduction to the politics of developing areas, from the perspective of competing theories of development. Topics for consideration include the roles of revolution and violence, the military, ideology, parties, bureaucracies, and traditional leaders.