POL 101   INTRODUCTION TO POLITICS   3 Units

What is the ideal form of government and society? A survey and analysis of ideas related to citizenship in the community, the nation and the world, with emphasis on competing political values and ideologies and civic engagement.

POL 104   AMERICAN GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS   3 Units

Analysis of the decision-making structure and processes of American national government, including the role of parties, interest groups, and the value preferences within American society which affect the formation of public policy.

POL 160   COMPARATIVE POLITICS   3 Units

Studies a select set of important states (countries) with different political, economic, and cultural characteristics. Compares economic, social and political issues and policy choices, in addition to governance. Recommended for Business, Journalism, Education, and Political Science majors

POL 175   INTERNATIONAL POLITICS   3 Units

Global theories, institutions, issues and debates in international politics since the end of the Cold War, including terrorism, cultural, environmental, religious conflict and changing power relations. The course looks at the impact of social, economic and technological changes and the evolution of the state system internationally. Cooperative problem-solving and peace-making.

POL 201   INTRODUCTION TO POLITICAL THEORY   3 Units

What is the ideal in politics & government? A Surv. & analysis of ideas relating to political systems & values.

POL 231   SEX, POWER AND PUBLIC POLICY   3 Units

(POL 231 & GSW 231 are the same course.) Examination of controversial issues of gender that affect equality & power. Includes women's movement & the search for equality, justice & freedom. Examines political & judicial policies that exemplify success & failure.

POL 235   POLITICS OF RACE AND ETHNICITY IN AMERICA   3 Units

Examination of the struggle between and among ethnic, racial and language groups in American politics.

POL 275   INTERMEDIATE INTERNATIONAL POLITICS   3 Units

This course examines major issues, debates, and theories in world politics today, and tries to examine the reasons for tension, arm conflict, and cooperation between and among states. It explores the role of nonstate actors and power relations in the international system. It includes topics in foreign policy, international political economy, globalization and the environment, and human right issues.

POL 280   TERRORISM   3 Units

Terrorism, both current & historic, will be analyzed in its development, logic & impact. Includes controversies over security & liberty, intelligence & forewarning, & deals with political, philosophic & religious aspects. A major feature is analysis of alternative responses to terrorism, & local coping strategies (disaster Mgmt.).

POL 285   POLITICS OF WORLD INEQUALITY AND DEVELOPMENT   3 Units

Why are some countries rich & others poor? Major theories & history of economic development. The role of the state in diverse economies. Effect of the global trade system, democracy, quality of life, & the Env.. Examines human rights, experiences of indigenous people, gender, & the role of militarism

POL 294   INTERNSHIP IN POLITICAL SCIENCE   Repeatable   1-3 Units

An individually arranged internship or service-learning Proj. that partners students with elected officials, political parties, governmental & non-governmental agencies, & other political institutions for students to gain practical experience related to politics, government, & political Sci. education. The internship is intended for advanced students with prior Political Sci. coursework. Students will work under the supervision of a faculty member & receive credit based on hours employed & completion of a final report summarizing how their experiences reflect classroom learning & how they will apply their experience in future work. Repeatable for a maximum of six credits.
PREREQ: CONSENT OF INSTRUCTOR

POL 298   SPECIAL TOPICS   Repeatable   1-3 Units

A course for topics which would be appropriate for freshmen & sophomores. Topic & number of credits will be announced in the timetable

POL 299   INDEPENDENT READING   Repeatable   1-3 Units

Surv. of Lit. in a particular subject, possibly concluding with a research Proj. supervised by the instructor. Subject & specific requirements determined by instructor/student agreement.
PREREQ: CONSENT OF INSTRUCTOR

POL 385   POLITICS OF WORLD INEQUALITY AND DEVELOPMENT   3 Units

Why are some countries rich and others poor? Major theories and history of economic development. The role of the state in diverse economies. Effects of the global trade system and international financial institutions on economic growth, democracy, quality of life, and the environment. Examines human rights, experiences of indigenous people, gender, and the role of militarism. Recommended POL 175 (International Politics) or POL 160 (Comparative Politics) or POL 104 (American Government and Politics).
PREREQ: JUNIOR STANDING OR CONSENT OF INSTRUCTOR

POL 430   GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLITICS   3 Units

Global environmental problems (GEP), from ozone depletion to population policy to biodiversity and climate change, have become pressing political concerns in a globalizing economy. This course examines the different sorts of politics, actors, processes, tools, and specific issues that have emerged in the arena of global environmental politics examining the various actors and issues who affect and are affected by international environmental politics.