3 credits Examination of the modern international political economy. The course addresses various theories that explain the relationship between politics and economies. The course is designed to prepare students to represent an assigned country in a national Model United Nations. The course emphasizes improvement of students' critical thinking and writing skills. In-depth analysis of current and emergent issues in government and politics.
Topics vary from semester to semester.
An introductory course examining the cultural foundations of law in American society, including historical and contemporary uses of law, violence, and the conflict between individual freedom and government power. Subjects include political rights, family law, employment and education policy, and the 5th, 14th and Equal Rights Amendments to the Constitution. 3 credits Introduction to the scope and methodology of political analysis. Includes introductory examinations of research design, survey research, computer applications, data analysis, and library research. Problems of coordinating federal, state and urban policy making and of regional governance.