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4326/4326H. Public Policy: Theory and Analysis3 hours
This course analyzes the making, implementation, and evaluation of public policy issues in the United States. The course also explores global extensions of American public policy, and implications for policy measures in global community relations.
4328/4328H. International Political Economy 3 hours
This Special Topics course examines the interplay between economics and politics in contemporary international relations.
4332. Asian History and Politics (HIS 4332) 3 hours
This course examines the history and politics of major Asian countries with emphasis on the colonial and post-colonial eras.
4351/4351H. International Relations (HIS 4351) 3 hours
The systematic study of the legal principles determining international order. The course emphasizes methods for settlement of disputes regarding rights, duties and responsibilities of sovereign states. The overall purpose of the course is to introduce a student to the conceptual analysis of international politics and relations between states. It is hoped that the class will induce each student to continue his learning process in international relations since in no way can this course alone exhaust all the ideas and materials on the subject. The class will have succeeded in its objective if it contributes in any way to the international understanding, trust, and to its common goal of peace.
4355. History and Politics of the Middle East (HIS 4355) 3 hours
A historical and political approach to the study of the Middle East from the Islamic era to the contemporary period.
4370/4370H. The American Presidency 3 hours
This seminar discusses the power of the executive, both in terms of the office and in terms of the office-holder. It includes active discussions of the presidency, the presidents, and the politicians surrounding the executive branch. It is a thoughtful and provocative analysis of the most powerful position of government in the world, as seen through respected political science research, literature, and scholarly comments.
Pre-Professional (3PR)
1001. Introduction to the Learned Professions I 0 hours
A series of seminars, panel discussions, and field trips examining the nature of the learned professions.
1002. Introduction to the Learned Professions II 0 hours
Prerequisite: Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater or consent of Director
Additional seminars, panel discussions, and field trips examining the nature of the learned professions.
2101. Intrapersonal Awareness and Moral Development 1 hour
Prerequisite: Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater or consent of Director
A series of seminars examining one's personal and moral self-development.
2102. Interpersonal Communication Skills 1 hour
Prerequisite: Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater or consent of Director
A series of seminars examining interpersonal communication and human relations skills.