PS-101 - Introduction To Political Science

Introduction to the various fields and subfields and schools of thought in political science; the vocabulary, methods, and bibliography of the discipline; and varying approaches in dealing with fundamental political issues.

PS-105 - Introduction To Public Policy

Analysis of policy-making processes in American society, including health care, the environment, education, crime, and employment; application of competing perspective and value orientation to policy areas; impact on specific groups within American society and the global community. Also listed as Policy Studies 105. Not open to students who have completed Policy Studies 210 or Social Sciences 210.

PS-221 - Political Theory I

Consideration of the major political theories of the Western World and their relevance to contemporary politics. Semester I: Plato to Marx. Semester II: later nineteenth and twentieth century political thinkers, with special emphasis on the behavioral school. Prerequisite: Political Science 101 or 103.

PS-222 - Political Theory II

Consideration of the major political theories of the Western World and their relevance to contemporary politics. Semester I: Plato to Marx. Semester II: later nineteenth and twentieth century political thinkers, with special emphasis on the behavioral school. Prerequisite: Political Science 101 or 103.

PS-361 - Comparative European Governments

A comparative analysis of political processes in Western European governments, with special emphasis on the methodology of comparative politics. Prerequisite: Political Science 101 or 103.

PS-378 - Ethics In International Relations

Create a learning environment that stresses the understanding of ethics and its necessary role in the contemporary world. Through an evaluation of peace theories, patterns of diplomacy, and conflict in international relations, the learner will realize that ethical considerations are essential to the human experience. Effective Fall 2006.

PS-383 - Model UN Conference

Introduces students to how the United Nations works, and will give them real life experience in how countries bargain, negotiate, and resolve conflicts. It is a blend of theoretical/historical knowledge and practical/experiential components. The practical/experiential components will include taking part in actual negotiations at a collegiate level Model United Nations conference. Experiential Education credit will only be given upon completion of the Model UN Conference. Repeatable for credit at the discretion of the department. Prerequisites: Political Science 101 and Humanities 201.