American Government 3 hours. The theory and practice of the federal government and the study of key issues in government in general. PSC 240 State and Local Government 3 hours. The origins, evolution, structure and present functions of state, county, and city government, with particular reference to Oregon.
Special attention is given to the rising problems of urban government and regional planning.
PSC 250 International Conflict and Peace 3 hours. An introduction to peace studies. Useful both as a foundation for other peace studies courses and as a single course to fit with other majors. Includes exploration of the history of warfare and peacemaking, and of nonviolent alternatives to war. PSC 260 Introduction to Law 3 hours.