Political Science (POLS)

201 (5) Intro. To Politics and Government 

GER-SS

A comparative analysis of the various forms of government and politics in the world together with an introduction to the terms and concepts of political science.

202 (5) US Government & Politics

GER-SS

A description and analysis of the institutions, processes, and ideas that make up the American political and governmental system.

203 (5) Introduction to International Relations

GER-SS

Designed to develop the ability to identify the terms and concepts common to international relations,; analyze the problems inherent in a multipolar, interdependent nation-state political system; and evaluate the ways in which the various global actors attempt to deal with these problems.

210 (5) United States Federal Indian Policy

GER-SS

Prereq: ENGL 101, POLS 202, and placement at college level reading (or READ 101) or instructor permission

Course will examine the relationship between Native Americans and the U.S. government from a policy prospective. Specifically the politics, economics, geography, demographics, and social effects of the implementation of policy by the U.S. government towards Native Americans.

230 (5) State and Local Government

Politics and policy making at the state and local level in the United States federal system.