In Introduction to American Politics, Introduction to Political Philosophy and Introduction to International Relations, students learn about the great and enduring ideas of political philosophy, concepts and theories central to an understanding of international relations, and the theory and practice of American politics and government. Social Sciences Forum , another required course, is a one-credit class that meets once a week during the noon hour. It features a wide variety of speakers from the community who are involved in public service in one form or another. It also exposes students to possible careers they may wish to pursue. So students can actually do political science, we require them to take Social Research Design.
Students learn basic research methods and survey research techniques.
Our courses fall into three groups or emphases American Politics, and International Relations and Comparative Politics, and Political Philosophy. Americanists are interested in isolating problems in American political institutions and proceses and suggesting solutons. Courses on the Presidency, Courts, Congress, the media, interest groups, political behavior, and local and state government fit in this category. POSC 110 is the introductory course in American Politics. International relations is the study of political, economic, and military interactions across national boundaries.