Political Process, Theory, and Thought
Students will examine the historical development of campaigns and elections over the past 200 years and the nature of various players in campaigns and elections today including the electorate, candidates, parties, the media, and interest groups
Politics, International Relations, and Political Philosophy
Students will understand the role of campaigns and elections today in American politics.
Politics, International Relations, and Political Philosophy
Demonstrate a familiarity with each of the four major subfields of political science: American politics, comparative politics, international relations, and political philosophy.
Politics, International Relations, and Political Philosophy
Students will assess three levels of elections – presidential, congressional, and state and local.
Political Process, Theory, and Thought
Possess a factual and theoretical knowledge of countries, political processes, political theories, and political thought.
Critical Thinking and Analysis
Students will discuss and evaluate proposed electoral reforms.
Critical Thinking and Analysis
Think critically, analytically, and synthetically.
Participation in Political Processes
Students will be expected to spend time observing an electoral campaign, designing a campaign plan for a future campaign, and even working in a local electoral campaign.