Additional readings will be on reserve in the political science department. Attendance is mandatory. More than three unexcused absences over the course of the semester will be reflected negatively in your grade. Each student is expected not only to be in class but to come prepared to discuss the readings for the week and to make a positive contribution to the learning environment. The material covered in class will not always be the same as the material covered in the texts.
Students are responsible for all material covered in the course from either source.
Paper topics are due March 23rd. Papers will be collected on the last day of class, April 29th. Late papers will not be accepted. Be sure to proofread before your paper before it is turned in. It will be evaluated on quality of research, how well your ideas are communicated and overall presentation.