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METHODIST UNIVERSITY
POLITICAL SCIENCE
Student Handbook
Fall 2018
School of Public Affairs
Department of Political Science
Fayetteville, North Carolina
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Political Science Student Handbook
Fall 2018 – Contents
I. Introduction Page Welcome Letter 1
Joint Simulation Exercise Imminent Peril V – Spring 2019 2
PSC 4300 Political Campaign Seminar – Fall 2018 3
PSC 1070 Politics and Film – Spring 2019 4
II. Career Strategy Planning
Action Steps, Resources, Opportunities, Take-Aways 5
Political Science Careers 6
MUPSA 7
The Institute for Security Studies (TISS) 8
The Raleigh Connection 9
PSC 4050 Study Abroad – Spring 2019 10-12
PSC Internships and Practicums 13
MU Career Services & Advantage Internships 14-15
MU Work Study 16
Political Science Job Search Sites 17
United States Military Academy SCUSA – Fall 2018 18-19
III. Programs, Policies, and Partnerships
Political Science Overview 20
International Relations Overview 21
Public Administration Overview 22
Pre-Law Track Overview 23
Political Science Faculty 24
Policies and Programs 25-26
Memberships and Partnerships 27-28
IV. Academic Resources
Systems Model 29
ACAT Study Guide 30
Guidelines for Citing Sources 31-33
V. Schedules and Calendars
Academic Calendar 34-37
Exam Schedule – Fall 2018 38
PSC Class Schedules – Fall 2018 & Spring 2019 39-40
PSC Long Range Schedule 41
VI. Registration and Graduation Planning
Registration Information – Fall 2018 42
Graduation Checksheets 43-48
Gen Ed Global Perspective and Liberal Arts Electives 49
Four-Year Plans 50-55
Academic Catalogue Excerpt – 2017-2018 56-60
Academic Program Worksheets 61-62
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August 14, 2018
To Students Majoring in Political Science:
On behalf of the Political Science faculty, I want to congratulate you for majoring in Political
Science. Our nation urgently needs bright and dedicated citizens like you to take on the tough
problems confronting America and the world, and I sincerely believe the preparation you will
receive in the study of Political Science will equip you to solve those problems.
This Student Handbook is provided primarily to assist you in adjusting your courses for Fall
2018, if needed, and to begin thinking about Spring 2019. However, this handbook offers you
much more, especially about your career planning, so I encourage you to explore the many
opportunities presented here.
As you continue your MU career, you should consider ways to set yourself apart from the
thousands of other college graduates. What makes you different? What lines on your resume
identify you as someone a company should hire? Here are some possibilities:
Internship experience
Study abroad experience
Off-campus experience
Work experience
Scholarly publication and/or presentation credit
Academic and/or Leadership conference participation
Certificates of completion for enrichment programs
Demonstrated quantitative research skills
Network of professional contacts
Letters of recommendation
Professional Linked-In account
Solid, professional resume
Think about including these and other elements into your personal strategy for success after
college. The Political Science Department offers many opportunities to assist you in the areas
mentioned above. Your advisor and professors are ready to help.
Sincerely,
Andrew H. Ziegler, Jr., Ph.D.
Chair, Department of Political Science
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Joint Simulation Exercise
“Imminent Peril V”
Spring 2019
Students in PSC 3410 Congress and the Presidency and PSC 3510 International
Relations will be participating in this scenario-driven simulation exercise, acting as
role players charged with various responsibilities, producing multiple products,
statements, and decisions.
Some of the agencies, organizations, and nations represented will be: The United States National Security Council
The U.S. Congressional Leadership
The United Nations Security Council
The nation of Israel
The nation of Iran
The nation of Saudi Arabia
Scenario Preview: The terrorist group Hezbollah released a video claiming to be
in possession of a nuclear device that they are prepared to detonate. The video
instantly went viral on all cable news networks and the Internet as international
intelligence agencies and government leaders around the world scramble to verify
the video’s authenticity and to pinpoint the location of the device before it
detonates, potentially causing thousands of deaths.
Participants in the exercise will gain valuable experience with crisis decision-
making, inter-agency coordination, diplomacy, negotiation, intelligence
assessment, information management, and other critical functions.
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PSC 4300
Political Campaign Seminar Fall Semester 2018
Would you like a class that prepares you for specific jobs?
Do you want to network with political operatives and candidates
working on campaigns?
Are you passionate about which political party controls
Congress and our state legislatures?
If you answered “YES” to any of these questions, then this
course is for YOU!!
PSC 4300 001 D Political Campaign Seminar
MWF, 1400 – 1450 p.m.
See Dr. Cronin for more information
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PSC 1070 Politics and Film Spring Semester
Would you like a class that meets only one day a week?
Do you enjoy watching movies?
How about popcorn? Do you like popcorn??
If you answered “YES” to any of these questions, then
this course is for YOU!!
See Dr. Cronin for more information.
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Your career depends on what you do TODAY!
Publications
Presentations
Major, Minor,
Concentration
Action Steps
What should be part of your strategy for
success after college??
Choose a marketable program early.
Prep a four-year academic plan.
Apply for internships right now.
Get lots of off-campus experiences.
Get any job right now.
Start a network of professional contacts.
Build a quality resume.
Get good grades.
Internships
Study Abroad
Networking,
Resume, LORs PATHWAY
Resources
What people, services, offices, and sites
are available to help you right now??
PSC Academic Advisors and Professors
PSC Department Student Handbook
PSC Department Website
MU Career Services
MU Advantage Internship Program
MU Writing & Tutoring Centers
MU Study Abroad Office
MU Journey Pathway Programs
Opportunities
What does the Department of Political
Science provide for you??
Internship placements
PSC 4050 Latin America Study Abroad
NCPSA Conferences
TISS and other off-campus events
Washington, DC & Raleigh, NC trips
Practical, role-playing exercises
Graduate-level research skills
Networking opportunities
Take-Aways
What should you have in your hands
when you graduate – or sooner??
Scholarly presentation credit(s)
Publication credit(s)
Internship and work experience(s)
Letters of Recommendation
Good ACAT, GRE, and LSAT scores
Certificates of program completion
Professional Linked-In account
Solid, professional resume
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JOIN MUPSA!
Methodist University
Political Science Association
Our mission is to provide a safe place for people to learn
about and engage in politics!
Open to all students
Be part of the FUN in politics!
Travel to Raleigh and Washington, DC!
And more!
For more information contact:
DR. CRONIN - [email protected]
JAY WOLBERS – [email protected]
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Off-Campus Lecture Series with the
Triangle Institute for Security Studies (TISS)
For Information, see Dr. Trapp
910-630-7070
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The Raleigh Connection
Spring 2019
Governor’s Office
General Assembly
State Supreme Court
See Dr. Cronin for Information
910-630-7665
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Study Abroad – Spring 2019
PSC 4050 Politics of Latin America. The course explores the political setting, patterns of governance, and current political problems of Latin America in general and Nicaragua in particular.
Spring Semester 2019
Course meets only a few times. The trip meets most course requirements.
Language instruction provided in-country
Total expenses usually less than $1,000.00. Travel grants available
Trip is scheduled during spring break, 2019
Guess which country Dr. Cronin will pick, and you can win a prize!!
See Dr. Cronin for information
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Your advisee want to study abroad?!?! WHAT NOW??
1) Students should go to the Study Abroad Office – the sooner the better.
• Students who plan ahead can normally fit a study abroad program into their plans.
• It gets harder if students are looking for very specific courses to take, but it’s not
impossible by any means!
2) Students are eligible to study abroad the summer after their first year at MU.
• Most semester programs require at least sophomore status
• Some first year students who want to study abroad during their sophomore year
may need to apply during their first year depending on application deadline for
specific programs.
3) “Residency” is at Methodist University.
Even when the student is abroad, they are registered HERE at MU. Therefore,
they are still considered an enrolled student at Methodist.
4) Students should consider fulfilling general education requirements.
• Courses transfer to Methodist for fulfillment of credits and hours towards
graduation.
• It is easiest to find general education credits abroad
5) Students should consider taking courses abroad (if it is a non-faculty-led programs)
• Courses abroad transfer in EXACTLY like domestic transfers. A C grade or
higher is required for transfer.
• Course descriptions provided by international institutions are matched with
courses at MU. Course equivalency must be pre-approved by the various chairs
and Registrar. (Advisor can assist student with selections!)
• Intent to Study Abroad Form (from the Study Abroad Office) is used for this
purpose, and signed by chairs, Advisor, and Registrar. Then the Registrar issues a
Visiting Student Letter.
• To allow for registration issues abroad, more courses need to be pre-approved for
equivalency than the student plans to take.
6) Some Financial Aid may be used!
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All state and federal aid and some scholarships can apply! There are programs
abroad that can even save the student money. Students on direct exchange
programs, pay MU tuition and retain any MU scholarships, and pays room and
board abroad. There are many options, don’t let finances deter them. The cost
of programs varies greatly. Travel grants are available and there are external
scholarships too!
7) Students can earn language credits.
• Students can earn credit for Foreign Language in languages different than those
offered at MU, such as Japanese, Arabic, and Chinese.
• Students can take classes in English in most countries where it is not the native
language.
8) Students who can only go abroad for 1-2 weeks or want to travel with MU faculty
should consider faculty-led programs; e.g. PSC 4050.
If the student cannot enroll in a faculty-led program, there are many other
opportunities. Contact the Study Abroad Office!
Upcoming faculty-led programs (stay tuned for Spring Break 2019 options)
Fall & December Break 2018 (students enroll in the course for the Fall semester, night option
available)
1) Course offered: IDS 3550; Location: Saint Lucia; Leader: Tracey Hinds; Fall Break
2) Courses offered: BUS 3330, ACC 4620, IDS 3550; Location: Guatemala; Leader: Mary
Kirchner; Fall Break
3) Courses offered: IDS 3550, ENM485; Location: Puerto Rico; Leader: Kurt Smith;
December Break
Summer Term I 2018 (deadlines have passed, just FYI)
1) Courses offered: BUS3330, IDS 3550; Location: China Leader: Kim Scruton
2) Courses offered: ENG 4850, IDS 3550; Location: England & Wales; Leader: Cameron
Dodworth
For a list of non-faculty-led programs, visit http://www.methodist.edu/study-abroad or
https://methodistsa.terradotta.com
It’s NOT too late to apply to some Fall semester, Academic Year, and summer non-faculty
led program, but time is of the essence! Contact the Study Abroad Office ASAP!
Please contact Jennifer Ramos at [email protected] with any questions or concerns.
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PSC 4700 Political Science Internship or
PSC 4650 Municipal Research Practicum
An internship is a work experience off-campus in a government agency,
department, office, etc. You need transportation, and you are essentially a part-time
employee for the semester.
A practicum is an on-campus work experience in which you complete a real-world
project or assignment for a government agency, department, office, etc.
Process:
1. You meet with your Advisor to discuss whether an internship or a practicum is a good
idea for your program. (Remember: One of these is required for Public Administration.)
2. You contact Dr. Trapp and make an appointment.
3. You meet with him and discuss your interests, situation, semesters available, finances,
etc.
4. He researches all of the internships that meet your criteria.
5. You select from among those he suggests.
6. You meet with your Advisor for assistance with applying, registering, transferring
credit, etc.
7. You register for PSC 4700 Internship.
Dr. Frank Trapp
910-630-7070
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MU Career Services Resources
http://www.methodist.edu/career-services-resources
Career Assessments
If you are having trouble deciding on a major or what career path you want to take, the Career
Services Office can help you. We offer many resources to help you get on the right path. Our
assessments can assist you in determining your strengths, weaknesses, skills, values, and
interests which will help you in making the right decisions.
Career Guide
The documents below are all in PDF format:
Job Search Letters
Resume Basics
Interview Etiquette
Top Tips for Answering Interview Questions
References
The 60-second Introduction
Grad School
Job Outlook for 2015 and Employee Desired SkillsClick here
Don't Begin Your Professional Job Search Without Professional Documents!
Sample Cover Letter for an Advertised Position
Sample Resume for Prior Military
Sample Curriculum Vitae
Sample Functional Resume
Sample Combination Resume
Sample Chronological Resume
LinkedIn Jobs
CareerJournal.com
CollegeJournal.com
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MU Advantage Internship Program
http://www.methodist.edu/mu-advantage
Methodist University is committed to providing quality internships for all of our students. The
MU Advantage Internship Program provides students the opportunity to gain valuable work
experience. Students will be able to develop entry level skills in a specific occupation and
practice the basic career management skills necessary to obtain, sustain, and advance in their
fields. As an MU Advantage partner, you will enhance the lives of students and have a direct
impact on them as professionals.
Information on available internships, and part- and full-time employment opportunities are
posted on the myMU Portal under Student Affairs / Career Services and are also sent out via e-
mail to applicable majors. Career Services staff also works with students and alumni on an
individual basis. Please contact us for assistance with your resume, cover letter, mock
interview, professional dress, and career counseling needs.
If you have questions regarding internships, or wish to speak with someone directly, please
contact Robin Davenport, Associate Director for Internships and Employer Relations at (910)
630-7279 or at [email protected]. You may also complete and submit the MU
Advantage Internship Request Form (below) to send your information to Ms. Davenport.
http://www.methodist.edu/mu-advantage-internship-request
Robin P. Davenport '09M
Associate Director of Internships & Employer Relations
Phone: (910) 630-7279
E-Mail: [email protected]
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Political Science Job Search Sites
To assist a student transiting from the university setting to the work force, the Department of
Political Science maintains a listing of web-based job sites for federal, state and local
government, international relations, non-profit and public administration organizations. Below
are links to Political Science related job sites.
Federal Government Career Job Sites
USA Jobs
Careeronestop
Central Intelligence Agency
Congressional Research Services
Defense Intelligence Agency
Director of National Intelligence
Intelligence Services Careers
National Security Agency
National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency
US Agency for International Development
US House of Representatives
US Department of Defense
US Department of Homeland Security
US Department of State
United Nations
US Senate
State and County Job Sites
US.jobs.com - State Jobs Bank
National Conference for State Legislatures
NC Jobs
National Association of Counties
http://www.methodist.edu/psc-jobsearch
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Fall 2018 – SCUSA 70
October 24-27, 2018
http://www.usma.edu/scusa/SitePages/Home.aspx SCUSA is the largest and most prestigious conference of its kind in the world.
It is hosted by West Point, New York, every fall.
The Student Conference on US Affairs (SCUSA) is an annual four-day conference hosted at
The United States Military Academy at West Point. The purpose of the conference is to
facilitate interaction and constructive discussion between student delegates in order for
them to better understand the intricacies of the challenges that the United States faces in a
global society. SCUSA delegates attend panel discussions, keynotes speakers, and
roundtable sessions. Roundtable sessions, such as Strategic Asia, Transnational Crime,
International Terrorism, Military Transformation, and Human Security in the Developing
World, are designed to produce thought provoking conversations between participants. The
roundtables develop policy proposal papers, the best of which appear in the Undergraduate
Journal of Social Sciences.
Summer Combs MU’s 2017 Delegate
The Department of Political Science has sponsored an MU Student Delegate to
attend SCUSA since 1998. Students must apply to be selected. Delegates must be
knowledgeable about current events and US foreign affairs, have an outstanding
academic record, and be highly dedicated and trustworthy. The Department pays
all expenses for the conference and for travel.
See Dr. Ziegler for information and/or an application
Trustees Room 103, [email protected], 910-630-7488
Application Deadline: September 1, 2018
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SCUSA
STUDENT CONFERENCE ON U.S. AFFAIRS Student Application
http://www.westpoint.edu/sosh/SitePages/scusa.aspx
NAME:
DATE:
EMAIL:
CELL PHONE:
LOCAL ADDRESS:
CLASS (circle): Fresh Soph Junior Senior
In your opinion, what benefits do students receive from participating in conferences such as this? (For these discussion questions, use reverse side or additional paper if needed.) In what ways can you contribute to discussions about complex international issues confronting U.S. foreign policy? Upon returning from the conference, how will you share your experiences with other students and faculty? CERTIFICATE: AI agree that if selected I will attend the conference. I also agree that while attending the
conference I will represent Methodist University in a professional manner in regard to my attire and behavior, and I will not participate in any activity that would bring discredit or embarrassment upon Methodist University. I also
agree that following the conference I will make presentations about the conference to students and faculty.@
SIGNATURE:_________________________________ DATE:_____________________________
FOR COMMITTEE USE ONLY: Full-Time Student: Yes / No Sem Hrs Completed:______________ Major:______________ Cum GPA:______________ Comments:
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Full-Time Faculty
Dr. Chris Cronin, [email protected], Office: T-119, 910-630-7665
Dr. Frank Trapp, [email protected], Office: T-272 C, 910-630-7070
Dr. Andrew Ziegler, [email protected], Office: T-103, 910-630-7488
Part-Time Faculty
Mr. Kevin Hight, [email protected]
Mr. Jeff Gowen, [email protected]
Mr. Gerald Seifert, Esq., [email protected]
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Policies and Programs
1. Writing Requirements. The minimum writing requirements for PSC courses:
1000 level courses - 5 pages
2000 level courses - 10 pages
3000 level courses - 15 pages
4000 level courses - 20 pages
2. Research Methods. PSC 2100 is the required methods course for Political Science majors.
The Department recommends students take this as soon as possible in their academic program,
since research methods are relevant to all PSC courses. PSC 2100 is a prerequisite for PSC 4600
Senior Seminar, in which students write a Senior Thesis.
3. Style Manual. For source citations and bibliographies, Political Science majors will use the
formatting style required by the American Political Science Association (APSA). This style is
also known as the AChicago Style.@ This style is taught in all upper level PSC courses, and
students are required to have the following text in all upper level PSC courses. You should only
purchase this book one time. Then keep it for use in future PSC courses.
Scott, Gregory M., and Stephen M. Garrison. 2012. The Political Science Student Writer=s
Manual, 7th edition. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall. ISBN 9780205830121.
4. Internships. Political Science majors are not required to complete an internship to graduate.
However, the Department recommends internships for students, especially those who intend to
seek professional employment immediately following graduation. The concentration in Public
Administration requires an internship. MU Political Science students have completed very
successful internships with the following:
Fayetteville City Government
Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce
Fayetteville Observer
Up and Coming Magazine
Local political campaigns
Regional Studies Program, JFK Special Warfare Center, Fort Bragg
US Army Special Operations Command, Fort Bragg (USASOC)
US Army Civil Affairs Archives, Fort Bragg
Washington Internship Institute, Washington DC
5. Municipal Research Practicum, PSC 4650. This course provides an alternative for some
students who have difficulties getting an off-campus internship because of transportation or other
reasons. See Dr. Trapp.
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6. Outstanding Political Science Student Award. This award honors a PSC major who has
exhibited outstanding leadership, service, and academic achievement. The award consists of a
$250 check, a certificate, and their name on a plaque displayed in the Trustees= Building.
7. MU Political Science Association. This is a campus club for Political Science majors who
are interested in social, service, and career oriented activities. See Dr. Cronin for information.
8. Important Recurring Events:
Fall Advising Meeting. Sometime in October, 11:00 to 11:30 a.m. in T-104. For all Political
Science majors. The purpose is to discuss course offerings, early registration, policies, and career
planning. Door prizes, refreshments, and fun will be included.
Spring Advising Meeting. Sometime in March, 11:00 to 11:30 a.m. in T-104. For all Political
Science majors. The purpose is the same as the fall meeting.
Student Conference on U.S. Affairs (SCUSA). Each November the Department sends one
Political Science major to West Point, NY, to attend this conference. It is four days of intense
discussions on US foreign policy. See Dr. Ziegler.
Pi Sigma Alpha Induction. This is the national Political Science Honor Society. Qualified
students will receive invitations. Everyone can attend the induction. Refreshments will be
available. See Dr. Cronin.
Senior Seminar Presentations. Fall semester on the last day of classes, in T-105. Everyone is
invited to observe our very best students report on the research projects the completed in PSC
4600 Senior Seminar. Refreshments will be available. See Dr. Ziegler.
Washington and Raleigh Trips. Each spring semester, the Political Science program sponsors a
trip to either Washington DC, or Raleigh, NC. The trip gives Political Science majors the
opportunity to discuss current issues with key policy-makers. See Dr. Cronin.
The Triangle Institute for Security Studies (TISS). Each semester, Political Science majors
have opportunities to attend events at Duke, Chapel Hill, and NC State. See Dr. Trapp.
North Carolina Political Science Association Annual Conference. Each spring, the NCPSA
hosts a conference for professionals to present papers of their research. For several years, 2 or 3
MU PSC majors have participated in this conference. See Dr. Trapp for information.
MU Research Symposium. Each spring, MU hosts this symposium for students to present their
research. Several PSC majors have participated in the past. See any PSC faculty for info.
Study Abroad. PSC 4050 Politics of Latin America. See Dr. Cronin.
Joint Simulation Exercises. Hands-on, scenario-driven, role-playing exercises involving two or
three PSC classes simultaneously to gain valuable experience in planning and decision making.
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Memberships & Partnerships
American Political Science Association. Founded in 1903, APSA is the
leading professional organization for the study of political science and
serves more than 15,000 members in over 80 countries, providing a range
of programs and services. Methodist University is a full departmental
member. http://www.apsanet.org/
North Carolina Political Science Association. NCPSA
provides a forum for developing and learning about
political science. It sponsors an annual conference each
spring. MU is a full departmental member, and 3
department faculty members have served on its
Executive Council. MU seniors Champ Champion and Jason Trudell won theNCPSA “Best
Paper” competition. MU students often attend and present their research. http://www.ncpsa.net
Pi Sigma Alpha is the national honor society for Political
Science. Founded in 1920, it brings together students and
faculty to stimulate scholarship and interest in Political
Science. Today there are over 460 chapters. Qualifications
include: ranked in the top third of one’s graduating class and a
3.0 GPA in all Political Science classes. MU’s chapter has
been active since 2001, and has inducted over 100 members.
http://www.apsanet.org/~psa/
Washington Internship Institute. Dedicated to providing future leaders with a
rigorous internship experience in Washington D.C., WII prepares students for
success in the workplace and active engagement in their communities. Several
Methodist University students have completed WII internships and moved on to
careers in Washington or to graduate school. http://www.wiidc.org
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Triangle Institute for Security Studies. An inter-
disciplinary consortium sponsored by three NC research
universities, TISS promotes interest in issues of national and
international security through seminars, conferences, and
research. MU faculty members participate in TISS events and draw upon TISS for guest
speakers. http://cisa.ndu.edu/JSOMA/Triangle-Institute-for-Security-Studies-Consortium/
Regional Studies Program, United States Army JFK Special Warfare Center. Located on Fort Bragg, this program provides a graduate-level educational
experience for officers selected to serve overseas as Foreign Area Specialists.
Department faculty members have served as guest lecturers and Political Science
students have completed internships with the program.
Student Conference on United States Affairs (SCUSA). Hosted by the United States Military
Academy at West Point, NY, this conference brings students together from around
the world to discuss major issues of American foreign policy. Each year since1998
the Department sponsors one student to participate in this conference. Selection is
competitive and based on an application. http://www.usma.edu/scusa
Greater Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber contributes to the
continued development of a quality community while marketing one of North
Carolina's largest metropolitan areas. Methodist University is a corporate
member. Department faculty members and students have volunteered for
Chamber events, such as its annual Candidates= Forum. Students have also
completed internships with the Chamber. http://www.fayettevillencchamber.org
City of Fayetteville. With a population of over 200,000, the All-America City of
Fayetteville ranks as the sixth largest municipality in North Carolina. Department
faculty members serve on city committees and volunteer for local events. Political
Science students have completed internships with the city government.
http://www.ci.fayetteville.nc.us
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Political Science Area Concentration Achievement Test - Study Guide
US Government and Politics
open and closed primaries Senate Majority Leader Speaker of the House War Powers Resolution federal, unitary, confederal Articles of Confederation Federalist Papers redistricting gerrymandering Constitutional Convention 1787 sunshine laws filibuster pigeon hole cloture national party nominating conventions elections at large enumerated powers implied powers inherent powers reserved powers iron triangle franking privilege Civil Rights of 1964 Electoral College Australian ballot direct and indirect democracy party voting coalitions selective perception line item veto executive privilege oversight number of US representatives discharge petition political participation US Constitution (each of the 7 articles) 14th Amendment 19th Amendment 26th Amendment New Deal coalition welfare lobbyists civil disobedience family values Great (Connecticut) Compromise Military-industrial complex Madison, Federalist No. 10 Factions Court Cases
Marbury v. Madison (1803) Baker v. Carr (1962) Brown v. Board of Education (1952) US v. Nixon (1974) Plessy v. Ferguson (1896) Miranda v. Arizona (1966 Gideon v. Wainwright (1963) Roe v. Wade (1973) Judicial Terms
amicus brief
stare decisis majority, dissenting, concurring opinions right to privacy writ of certiorari rule of four exclusionary rule search and seizure separate but equal precedent writ of mandamus judicial activism and restraint standing US District Courts US Courts of Appeals US Supreme Court grand juries judicial review Bill of Rights First Amendment Second Amendment Fourth Amendment Fifth Amendment Eighth Amendment writ of habeas corpus due process Public Administration
council-manager city government mayor-council city government Office of Management and Budget White House staff entitlement programs grants-in-aid ACLU nonpartisan elections RICO Act patronage Hatch Act of 1939 hierarchy merit system Congressional Budget Office independent regulatory commissions implementation bureaucrats Normative and Empirical Theory
normative, empirical mean, median, mode content analysis cause and effect unit of analysis independent, dependent variables nominal, ordinal, interval, ratio spurious relationship J. S. Mill, On Liberty Hobbes, Leviathan Paine, Common Sense Hegel, the dialectic dialectical materialism authoritarianism
socialism capitalism communism elitism pluralism liberalism conservatism populism anarchism fascism laissez-faire comparative worth Comparative and IR
winner-take-all single member districts ideology proportional representation British cabinet government nuclear deterrence Munich syndrome parliamentary system non-aligned nations imperialism tariff League of Nations Peace of Westphalia 1648 US National Security Council flexible response massive retaliation counter-force pre-emptive strike role of diplomats Prince von Metternich balance of power federal and unitary governments constitutional monarchies OAS Kellogg-Briand Pact of 1928 SEATO Warsaw Pact Rio Treaty NATO Containment George F. Kennan Cuban missile crisis Khrushchev Maoist theory of revolution Leninist theory of revolution realism and idealism isolationism and interventionism classical democracy representative democracy federalism president v. prime minister Cold War executive agreements Marshall Plan utilitarian philosophy Two party v. multiparty systems
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Guidelines for Citing Sources Source: Scott and Garrison (2012)
A critical element of scholarly work and government writing is the proper documentation of source
material. Failure to do so can hinder the research of the readers, cast doubt upon the paper’s authenticity,
and it can even make the author vulnerable to charges of plagiarism. This is more than an issue of good
form. Proper documentation elevates a paper’s authority and demonstrates the author’s expertise as a
researcher.
Sources are cited in two places. One is in a listing at the end of a paper. This list has various names, such
as, bibliography, reference list, works cited, and so on. We prefer bibliography. The other place to cite
sources is in the text. This is done by either footnotes, endnotes, or by the “author-date” system. We
prefer the author-date system, which is also known as the in-text citation system and as the parenthetical
reference system. These guidelines are based upon the “Turabian” system for citing sources. Turabian is derived from the
“Chicago System,” which is the style used by the American Political Science Association (APSA). I
prefer this system, because it is relatively simple and traditional.
Below are examples. Be sure to follow these examples for all PSC courses.
Bibliography
“A Once-Simple Folk Tale Analyzed by Academe.” 1984. New York Times, 5 March, 15 (N).
Camille, Andre. 1984. “Deciding Who Gets Dibs on Health-care Dollars.” Wall Street Journal,
27 March, 34 (E).
Cuba, Lee. 1993. A Short Guide to Writing about Social Science, 2d edition. New York: Harper
Collins Publishers.
Farmer, Susan A. 2004. “Tax Shelters in the New Dispensation.” In Making Ends Meet:
Strategies for the Nineties. Ed. Lawrence Squires. Nashville: Burkette and Hyde.
Hunzecker, Joan. 2004. “Teaching the Toadies: Cronyism in Municipal Politics.” Review of
Local Politics 4 (June): 250-62.
Kristol, William, and Robert Kagan. 1996. “Toward a Neo-Reaganite Foreign Policy.” Foreign
Affairs 75 (4): 2-8.
Limb, Peter. 1992. “Relationships between Labour and African Nationalist/ Liberation
Movements in South Africa.” www.neal.ctstateu.edu/Africa/Limb. (1 May 2016).
Power, Samantha. 2004. “It’s Not Enough to Call It Genocide.” Time Magazine, 4 October, 63.
“Terminating Greenhouse Gases.” 2006. The Economist, 21 October, 14.
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U.S. Department of Labor. 2004. Report on Urban Growth Potential Projections. Washington,
DC: Government Printing Office.
Notice a few basic elements in the entries above. Entries usually begin with the author’s last name, unless
there is no author, in which case the title of the article or book comes first. The second element in an entry
is the year of publication. Article titles are set off by quotation marks, and name of publications are
italicized. Entries are alphabetized. Entries are single spaced with a double space between entries. Entries
use a reverse indentation, known as “hanging indentation.” Notice they use “headline capitalization,”
which means all of the important words in titles are upper case. This is required by the APSA. Each type
of source has a particular format and information.
The first two entries are newspaper articles. The first one has no author. Along with the year of
publication, which is always the second element of any entry, newspaper and magazine entries must have
the specific day of publication. The first one was the 5th of March, and the second was March 27. Page
numbers and newspaper sections are included.
The third entry is a book.
The fourth entry is a chapter in a book in which each chapter is written by a different author.
The fifth and sixth entries are scholarly journals. Journals are usually quarterly, although Foreign Affairs
has six issues a year. The number after the journal name refers to the volume, which is the number of
years the journal has been published. So, 2004 was only the fourth year of publication for the Review of
Local Politics, while 1996 was the 75th year for Foreign Affairs. The information in parentheses
following the volume is the issue for the year. Sometimes, this will be a season, such as Fall or Winter, a
month, or simply a number. Page numbers come next following a colon. Do not use p. or pp.
Notice the Kristol entry has two authors. The second is listed first name first. This is the same for all types
of entries. Note the comma following the first author’s name.
The Limb entry is a source from the Internet that is not a published magazine or journal article. This entry
follows the same general sequence of information as the others, but includes the Internet address. The date
the material was accessed is placed within parentheses at the end.
The 8th and 9th entries are magazines: one with and one without an author. Notice this format is identical
to that for newspapers in that the precise date of publication is included.
The final entry is for a government document. Publications from international organizations would follow
the same format.
One guideline concerns the use of electronic databases, such as the MU Library databases. If sources are
published “hard copy” materials (such as journals, books, and magazines) archived and provided by the
database, then there is no need to include any information about the database or Library in the
bibliography. This is because the basic entry is sufficient for the reader to retrieve the source. If a source
is from an Internet site, then the complete Internet address must be included.
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Author-Date System
Now let’s look at some examples of the “author-date” system of in-text citations. Again, these are used
instead of footnotes or endnotes. Used together with a bibliography (or references page) they are a much
easier way to cite sources than footnotes.
The basic rule is to include author's last name, year of the publication, and if necessary the page number
within parentheses following the text. Page numbers are required for exact quotes placed within quotation
marks.
You can use alternative phrasing and sequencing throughout your paper. In fact it is a good idea to vary
your sentence construction. For example:
“The sky is falling” (Little 2017, 392).
Some experts believe the sky may be falling (Little 2017).
According to Chicken Little (2017) the sky might fall soon.
In the words of well known political scientist Dr. Chicken Little, “The sky is falling” (2017, 392).
Please note where all punctuation is placed. This is important.
Notice that each of these says about the same thing. Each also has the same required information, which is
author’s last name and year of publication. In some cases more information is provided, and the phrasing
is different in each.
You should place these citations throughout your paper wherever necessary to document the source for
information. You may have two or three within a single paragraph. That’s okay.
Conclusion
What should you document? You must always source direct quotes. As a general rule, always source
information that is not widely known, such as new ideas, unusual or obscure facts, evaluations, critiques,
numeric data, all quantitative tables and figures, and technical descriptions. Information that is basic,
universally known facts, or commonly held opinions need not be documented. If you are not sure,
document it.
Please ensure you follow these guidelines for all PSC courses. This is an important part of the evaluation
of your work.
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The 2018-2019 Academic Year
Fall 2018 August
Monday 13 New Faculty orientation begins
Wednesday 15 August Faculty Meeting
Thursday 16 Faculty Workshop
Thurs-Sat 16-18 New Student Orientation
Saturday 18 Returning students arrive
Monday 20 Classes Begin; Drop/Add Period begins
Friday 24 Opening Convocation at 11:00 a.m.
Monday 27 Academic Advisor Consultation at 11:00 a.m.
Tuesday 28 Last day to ADD a class or DROP a class without record
September
Monday 3 Labor Day Holiday (no classes)
Monday 17 Last day for "Intent to Graduate" forms for May 2019 grad
October
Friday 12 Midterm grades due in the Office of the Registrar by 5:00 p.m.
Sat-Tuesday 13-16 Fall X-Term for Experiential Learning including Study Abroad
Mon-Tuesday 15-16 Fall Break
Fri - Saturday 19-20 Homecoming & Family Weekend
Mon-Friday 22-26 Advising Week
Monday 22 Academic Advisor Consultation at 11:00 a.m.
Evening Student Early Registration Begins
Monday 29 Senior Early Registration begins at 7 a.m.
Tuesday 30 Junior Early Registration begins at 7 a.m.
Wednesday 31 Sophomore Early Registration begins at 7 a.m.
November
Thursday 1 Freshman Early Registration begins at 7 a.m.
Friday 2 Evening-to-Day Registration begins at 7 a.m.
Monday 12 Veterans Day Holiday (no class)
Monday 12 Evening Course Registration for Day Students begins at 7 a.m.
Monday 19 Last day to drop a class with WP or WF
Wed-Sunday 21-25 Thanksgiving Holiday
December
Wednesday 5 Last day of classes
Thur-Thur 6-13 Final Examinations
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Monday 10 Senior grades due to the Registrar by 1:00 p.m.
Friday 14 Graduate Commencement Ceremony
Saturday 15 Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony
Monday 17 Final grades due
Semester Break Dec 14-Jan. 6 Winter X-Term Experiential Learning including Study Abroad
MU at Night Autumn Term I
Monday Aug. 20 Classes begin
Friday Aug. 24 Last day to add/drop without record (Evening)
Friday Aug. 31 Last day to add/drop without record (Weekend)
Mon-Tuesday Sept. 3-4 Labor Day Holiday
Friday Oct. 5 Last day to WP/WF
Wed-Friday Oct. 10-12 Final Exams
MU at Night Autumn Term II
Monday Oct. 22 Classes begin
Evening Student Early Registration begins
Friday Oct. 26 Last day to add/drop without record (Evening)
Friday Nov. 2 Last day to add/drop without record (Weekend)
Evening-to-Day Early Registration begins
Monday Nov. 12 Veterans Day Holiday
Wed-Sunday Nov. 21-25 Thanksgiving Holiday
Friday Dec. 7 Last day to WP/WF
Monday Dec. 10 Senior Grades Due
Wed-Friday Dec. 12-14 Final Exams
MU e-Learning Autumn Term
Monday Aug. 20 Classes begin
Tuesday Aug. 28 Last day to add/drop without record
Monday Sept. 3 Labor Day Holiday
Mon-Tuesday Oct. 15-16 Fall Break
Monday Nov. 12 Veterans Day Holiday
Monday Nov. 19 Last day to WP/WF
Wed-Sunday Nov. 21-25 Thanksgiving Holiday
Wednesday Dec. 5 Last day of class
Thurs-Thurs Dec. 6-13 Final Exams
Monday Dec. 10 Senior grades due
Friday Dec 14 Graduate Commencement Ceremony
Saturday Dec 15 Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony
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Spring 2019 January
Sunday 6 Students arrive/Orientation
Monday 7 All Classes and Drop/Add Period begin
Friday 11 Advisor Meeting at 11:00 a.m.
Monday 21 Martin Luther King Day holiday (no classes)
Tuesday 15 Last day to ADD a class or DROP a class without record
February
Monday 4 Spring Convocation
March
Friday 1 Midterm grades due
Saturday-Sunday 2-8 Spring X-Term for Experiential Learning Opportunities including
Study Abroad
Monday-Friday 4-8 Spring Break
Monday-Friday 18-23 Advising Week
Monday 18 Academic Advising Consultation at 11:00 a.m.
Evening Student Early Registration begins at 7 a.m.
Monday 25 Senior Early Registration begins at 7 a.m.
Summer Course Early Registration begins at 7 a.m. (all students)
Tuesday 26 Junior Early Registration begins at 7 a.m.
Wednesday 27 Sophomore Early Registration begins at 7 a.m.
Thursday 28 Freshman Early Registration begins at 7 a.m.
Monday 29 Evening-to-Day Student Early Registration begins at 7 a.m.
April
Monday 8 "Intent to Graduate" forms for December 2019 graduation Due
Evening Course Registration begins for Day Students at 7 a.m.
Monday-Friday 8-12 Research and Creativity Week
Wednesday 10 Research & Creativity Symposium and Awards Day
Monday 15 Last day to drop a class with WP or WF
Friday 19 Good Friday Holiday (no classes)
Wednesday 24 Last day of day classes
Thursday-Thursday 25-May 2 Final Examinations
Monday 29 Senior grades due to the Registrar by 1:00 p.m.
May
Friday 3 Graduate Commencement Ceremony
Saturday 4 Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony
Monday 6 Final grades due
MU at Night Spring Term I
Monday Jan. 7 Classes begin
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Friday Jan. 11 Last day to add/drop without record (Evening)
Friday Jan. 18 Last day to add/drop without record (Weekend)
Monday-Tuesday Jan. 21-22 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Holiday
Friday Feb. 22 Last day to WP/WF
Wednesday-
Saturday
Feb. 27-Mar.
1 Final Exams
MU at Night Spring Term II
Monday Mar. 11 Classes begin
Friday Mar. 15 Last day to add/drop without record (Evening)
Monday Mar. 18 Evening Student Early Registration begins
Friday Mar. 22 Last day to add/drop without record (Weekend)
Monday Mar. 25 Summer Early Registration begins
Friday Mar. 29 Evening-to-Day Student Registration begins
Thursday-Monday Apr. 18-Apr.
22 Easter Holiday
Friday Apr. 26 Last day to WP/WF
Wednesday-Friday May 1-3 Final Exams
Monday Apr. 29 Senior grades (Day and Evening) due
Friday May 3 Graduate Commencement Ceremony
Saturday May 4 Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony
MU e-Learning Spring Term
Monday Jan. 7 Classes begin
Tuesday Jan. 15 Last day to add/drop without record
Monday Jan. 21 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Holiday
Monday-Friday Mar. 4-8 Spring Break
Monday Apr. 15 Last day to WP/WF
Friday Apr. 19 Good Friday Holiday
Wednesday Apr. 24 Last day of classes
Wednesday-
Thursday
Apr. 25-May
2 Final Exams
Monday Apr. 29 Senior grades due
Friday May 3 Graduate Commencement Ceremony
Saturday May 4 Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony
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Exam Schedule
Fall 2018
Thursday, December 6, 2018
8:00 a.m. Classes taught from 8:00 - 9:15 Tuesday and Thursday
2:00 p.m. Classes taught from 9:00 - 9:50 Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
4:30 p.m. Arranged Senior Examinations
Friday, December 7, 2018
8:00 a.m. Classes taught from 8:00 - 8:50 Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
11:00 a.m. All MAT 1050 Students (regardless of the time class is taken)
2:00 p.m. Classes taught from 9:30 - 10:45 Tuesday and Thursday
4:30 p.m. Arranged Senior Examinations
Saturday, December 8, 2018
8:00 a.m. All PSY 1010 (regardless of the time class is taken) Arranged Senior Examinations
11:00 a.m. ATP 2850-2860
2:00 p.m. Arranged Senior Examinations
Monday, December 10, 2018
8:00 a.m. Classes taught from 11:00 - 12:15 Tuesday and Thursday
11:00 a.m. Classes taught from 1:00 - 1:50 Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
2:00 p.m. Classes taught from 3:30 - 4:45 Tuesday and Thursday
Tuesday, December 11, 2018
8:00 a.m. Classes taught from 10:00 - 10:50 Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
11:00 a.m. Classes taught from 12:30 - 1:45 Tuesday and Thursday
2:00 p.m. Classes taught at non-standard times
Wednesday, December 12, 2018
8:00 a.m. Classes taught from 12:00 - 12:50 Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
2:00 p.m. Classes taught from 2:00 - 3:15 Tuesday and Thursday
Thursday, December 13, 2018
8:00 a.m. Classes taught from 2:00 - 2:50 Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
2:00 p.m. Classes taught from 3:00 - 3:50 Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
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Political Science – DAY Program – Long Range Planning – as of Aug 14, 2018
Fall 17 Spr 18 Fall 18 Spr 19 Fall 19 Spr 20 Fall 20 Spr 21 Fall 21 Spr 22 Fall 22 Spr 23
* PSC 1510-001 American Govt Cronin Cronin Cronin Trapp Cronin Cronin Cronin Trapp Cronin Cronin Cronin Trapp
* PSC 1510-002 American Govt Cronin Ziegler Cronin Ziegler Cronin Ziegler Cronin Ziegler Cronin Ziegler Cronin Ziegler
* PSC 1510-003 American Govt Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp
* PSC 1510-XX Am Govt-ONLINE Cronin Trapp Cronin Trapp Cronin Trapp Cronin Trapp Cronin Trapp Cronin Trapp
PSC 1070 Politics and Film Cronin Cronin Cronin Cronin Cronin Cronin Cronin Cronin Cronin
# PSC 2010 State & Local Govt Cronin Cronin Cronin
* PSC 2100 Research Methods Cronin Cronin Cronin Cronin Cronin Cronin
* PSC 2270 Comparative Politics Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp
+ PSC 3050 Democratic Prin Cronin Cronin Cronin
PSC/JUS/LAW 3100 Law & Legal Von… Von… Von… Von… Von… Von…
* PSC 3330 Public Admin Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp
* PSC 3410 Congress & Pres Cronin Cronin Cronin Cronin Cronin Cronin
# PSC 3450 Parties & Int Grps Cronin Cronin Cronin
+ PSC 3470 Am Foreign Policy Trapp Trapp Trapp
* PSC 3510 Int’l Relations Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp
PSC/LAW 3850 US Constitution Von… Von… Von…
+ PSC 4010-4080 Area Studies Trapp4020 Cronin4050 Trapp4040 Cronin4050 Trapp4020 Cronin4050
# PSC 4200 Policy Analysis . . . Trapp Trapp Trapp
PSC 4300 Pol Campaign Sem Cronin Cronin Cronin
+ PSC 4400 Int’l Org Trapp Trapp Trapp
+ PSC 4510 Int’l Political Econ Trapp Trapp Trapp
* PSC 4600 Senior Seminar Ziegler Ziegler Ziegler Ziegler Ziegler Ziegler
PSC 4650 Municipal Res Prac Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp
# PSC 4700 Internship Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp
PSC 4850 Special Topics
FYS 1100 Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp Trapp
* PSC Foundation Core, + IR Concentration, # PA Concentration.
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Spring 2019 Early Registration Info
In October, students use the MU Portal to enter their courses for Spring 2019 semester.
The Department has a mandatory advising meeting for all Political Science Majors scheduled for Monday, October 22, from 11:00 to 11:45 a.m. in Trustees 104.
Students must meet with their advisors before they are “cleared” to register in the Portal.
Advisors must “clear” students before students can register.
Students should bring to their advising session their 4 year plan, completed checksheet, and their list of specific courses and alternates for the Spring 2019 semester.
Students must make sure their proper major, concentration, minor, and catalogue year are listed correctly in the MU Portal.
Day students must be enrolled in 12 semester hours of DAY classes to receive financial aid, live in a residence hall, or participate in athletics.
Day students with 12 semester hours of DAY classes may enroll in ONE night course with no additional charge. A second night course or any online course must be paid for separately.
Students must pay extra for any semester hours above 18, with some exceptions that are listed in the catalogue. Students also pay extra for Directed Study courses.
Transfer students must complete the Library Competency requirement before 60 hours. Go to: http://www.methodist.edu/library Click on “Library Competency” to register.
Geology GLY 1600, 2000, 3000, and 4000 can be used to fulfill the natural science general education requirement. GLY 1600 cannot be combined with SCI 1410 for this.
Class Standing: - Freshmen – 0 to 29.5 completed - Juniors – 62 to 93.5 completed
- Sophomores – 30 to 61.5 completed - Seniors – 94 or more completed
Spring 2019 registration schedule for “cleared” students (begins at 7:00 a.m.): o Monday, Oct 29 – Seniors o Tuesday, Oct 30 – Juniors o Wednesday, Oct 31 – Sophomores o Thursday, Nov 1 – Freshmen o Monday, Nov 12 – Evening Course Registration begins for DAY Students
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Some General Education core requirements may be filled in the major. Consult Academic Catalogue and Advisor for specific options. ***Students who pass a competency test (administered on a pass/fail basis at no charge) for ACL 1510 and/or CSC 1000 will not be required to take the
class for which a test is passed. Passing a competency test will not give a student a grade or the equivalent semester hours for taking the respective
course(s), but will satisfy the respective General Education ACL and/or CSC requirement(s). Students are permitted one single attempt to pass a CSC
1000 and/or ACL 1510 competency test.
**The Global Perspective Elective must be a course outside the major, minor or concentration. It can be met my taking a minimum of 3 s.h. from
the following: Foreign Language HIS 3010 Modern Asian History Study Abroad (IDS 3550/4550) HIS 3050 Islam and the Islamic World International Internship HIS 3250 Modern History ACC 4620 International Accounting (Study Abroad) HIS 3310 Topics in Latin American History ACL 3600 Exploring Cross-Cultural Communication HIS 3700 Contemporary World History ARH 2530 Survey of Art History I HIS 3850 Special Topics: Medieval Britain BUS 3310 Fundamentals of International Business HIS 4110 Modern Russia BUS 3330 International Business Experience (Study Abroad) LAN 3200 Introduction to Linguistics BUS/LAW 4850 Special Topics: International Law (Study Abroad) LSS 2850 Special Topics in Leadership: Ultimate Journey ECO 4200 Comparative Economic Systems MKT 4100 Global Marketing ECO 4520 International Trade and Finance PSC 2270 Comparative Politics ECO 4650 Economic Growth and Development PSC 3510 International Relations ENG 2110 English Literature I PSC 4010 European Politics ENG 2120 English Literature II PSC 4020 Middle East Politics ENG 2310 World Literature I PSC 4040 Politics in East Asia (Study Abroad) ENG 2320 World Literature II PSC 4050 Latin American Politics (Study Abroad) ENG 3420 Women’s Literature PSC 4400 International Organizations ENG 3440 American Diversity PSC 4510 International Political Economy ENG 3710 Chaucer REL 1030 Introduction to Religion ENG 3730 Literature of Medieval England REL 1040 Introduction to Biblical Literature ENG 3740 Shakespeare REL 1070 Religion and Film ENG 3920 19th Century British Literature REL 1500 Eastern Religious Traditions ENG 4020 Modernist Literature REL 1510 Western Religious Traditions ENG 4030 Contemporary Literature REL 2010 Survey of Hebrew Bible ENG 4850 Special Topics: Legal Dickens REL 2020 Survey of the New Testament ENM/LAW 2510 Caribbean Natural Resources and Law (Study Abroad) REL 3010 The Hebrew Prophets ENP 3300 International Entrepreneurship REL 3020 Jesus and the Gospels GEO 2520 Regional Geography REL 3520 MMyth and Culture HIS 1030 World History I REL 4040 Myth and Culture HIS 1040 World History II REL 4050 Early Christianity HIS 2150 Barbarian Invasions REL 4060 Reformation Europe HIS 2170 Race, Ethnicity, and Global Perspective SOC 2530 Global Social Problems HIS 2200 World War II SOC 2560 Cultural Anthropology
THE 3110 Theatre History and Literature I THE 3120 Theatre History and Literature II Liberal
Arts Electives: 1. The Liberal Arts Elective includes courses in the following areas designated as Liberal Arts in the catalogue: Fine Arts, Humanities (ENG, HIS, GEO, PHI, REL, or WRI), Mathematics (MAT), Computer Science (CSC), Natural Science (BIO, CHE, GLY,
PHY, or SCI), Foreign Language (FRE, GER, GRK, SPA, or LAN), and Social Science (ECO, PSC, PSY, or SOC). Only the following courses are
Liberal Arts Electives for Fine Arts: ARH 1510, 2530, 2540, 3530, 3540; MUS 1510, 1520, 1600, 1610; THE 1620, 1630, 3620, 3650, or 3 hours in
applied music/ensemble or theatre ensemble. 2. The Liberal Arts Elective may not be fulfilled by any course with a prefix within the department sponsoring a declared major, minor, or concentration of
the student. For example, a computer science or computer information technology major must fulfill the Liberal Arts Elective requirement by taking a course with
a prefix other than CSC, and an English major must fulfill the Liberal Arts Elective requirement by taking a course with a prefix other than ENG or WRI. 3. Courses in areas listed above that emphasize professional preparation and pedagogy cannot be used to fulfill the Liberal Arts Elective. The following courses are not Liberal Arts Electives: ENG 2600, ENG 3600, ENG 3620, LAN 2600, LAN 3300, MAT 1060, and MAT 2060. 4.
Developmental courses cannot be used to fulfill the Liberal Arts Elective. The following courses are not Liberal Arts Electives: ENG 1000 and 2070; ESL
0910, 0920, 0960, 0970, 1210, 1220, and 2070; and MAT 1030. 5. Courses that fulfill the General Education curriculum outside the Liberal Arts Elective may not be used to fulfill the Liberal Arts Elective. The following courses are not Liberal Arts Electives: CSC 1000, ENG 1010, ENG 1020, and ENG 1040. 6. Special Topics courses may not be used to fulfill the Liberal Arts Elective. 7. Courses considered to be capstone courses by any program may not be used to fulfill the Liberal Arts Elective.
Errors contained on this checksheet do not release the student from meeting the graduation requirements as stated in the Academic Catalogue. Page 2 of 2
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Four Year Plan B.S. in Political Science
2018-2019
Please note that this is a recommended sequence
Check the academic catalogue for prerequisites and course availability for each semester
Total Credits: 124
Freshman Year
Fall Semester (2018) Spring Semester
(2019)
PSC 1510 3 PSC 2100 3 FYS 1100 3 ENG 1020 3 ENG 1010 3 OCL 1510 3 MAT 1050 3 Fine Arts 3 CSC 1000 3 IDS 2100 1 Library Competency Elective/Minor 3
15 16
Sophomore Year Fall Semester (2019) Spring Semester
(2020)
PSC 2270 3 PSC 3510 3 PSC Elective 3 PSC Elective 3 Science 3 Global Perspective Elective 3 WEL 2180 3 ENG Literature 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3
15 15
Junior Year
Fall Semester (2020) Spring Semester
(2021)
PSC 3330 3 PSC 3410 3 PSC Elective 3 PSC Elective 3 Science 3 History 3 Religion 3 Liberal Arts Elective 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3
Elective/Minor 3
15 18
Senior Year
Fall Semester (2021) Spring Semester
(2022)
PSC 4600 3 PSC Elective 3 PSC Elective 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 15 15
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Four Year Plan B.S. in Political Science with a Concentration in International Relations
2018-2019
Please note that this is a recommended sequence
Check the academic catalogue for prerequisites and course availability for each semester
Total Credits: 124
Freshman Year
Fall Semester (2018) Spring Semester
(2019)
PSC 1510 3 PSC 2100 3 FYS 1100 3 ENG 1020 3 ENG 1010 3 OCL 1510 3 MAT 1050 3 Fine Arts 3 CSC 1000 3 IDS 2100 1 Library Competency Elective/Minor 3
15 16
Sophomore Year Fall Semester (2019) Spring Semester
(2020)
PSC 2270 3 PSC 3510 3 PSC 3330 3 PSC Elective 3 Religion 3 Science 3 Science 3 ENG Literature 3 Elective/Minor 3 Global Perspective Elective 3
15 15
Junior Year
Fall Semester (2020) Spring Semester
(2021)
PSC 3470 3 PSC 4510 3 PSC 3050 3 PSC 4010-4080 3 History 3 Science 3 WEL 2180 3 Liberal Arts Elective 3 Elective/Minor 3 History 3010 or … 3
Elective/Minor 3
15 18
Senior Year
Fall Semester (2021) Spring Semester
(2022)
PSC 4600 3 PSC 3410 3 PSC 4400 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 15 15
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Four Year Plan B.S. in Political Science with a Concentration in Public Administration
2018-2019
Please note that this is a recommended sequence
Check the academic catalogue for prerequisites and course availability for each semester
Total Credits: 124
Freshman Year
Fall Semester (2018) Spring Semester
(2019)
PSC 1510 3 PSC 2100 3 FYS 1100 3 ENG 1020 3 ENG 1010 3 OCL 1510 3 MAT 1050 3 Fine Arts 3 CSC 1000 3 IDS 2100 1 Library Competency Elective/Minor 3
15 16
Sophomore Year Fall Semester (2019) Spring Semester
(2020)
PSC 3450 3 PSC 4200 3 PSC 2270 3 PSC 3510 3 WEL 2180 3 Global Perspective Elective 3 Science 3 ENG Literature 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3
15 15
Junior Year
Fall Semester (2020) Spring Semester
(2021)
PSC 3330 3 PSC 3410 3 PA Elective 3 PSC 2010 3 Science 3 PA Elective 3 Religion 3 History 3 ACC 2510 3 Liberal Arts Elective 3
Elective/Minor 3
15 18
Senior Year
Fall Semester (2021) Spring Semester
(2022)
PSC 4600 3 PSC 4700 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 15 15
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Four Year Plan B.A. in Political Science
2018-2019
Please note that this is a recommended sequence
Check the academic catalogue for prerequisites and course availability for each semester
Total Credits: 124
Freshman Year
Fall Semester (2018) Spring Semester
(2019)
PSC 1510 3 PSC 2100 3 FYS 1100 3 ENG 1020 3 ENG 1010 3 OCL 1510 3 MAT 1050 3 LAN 1020 4 LAN 1010 4 CSC 1000 3 Library Competency IDS 2100 1
16 17
Sophomore Year Fall Semester (2019) Spring Semester
(2020)
PSC 2270 3 PSC 3510 3 PSC Elective 3 PSC Elective 3 WEL 2180 3 ENG Literature 3 LAN 2010 3 LAN 2020 3 Global Perspective Elective 3 Elective/Minor 3
15 15
Junior Year
Fall Semester (2020) Spring Semester
(2021)
PSC 3330 3 PSC 3410 3 PSC Elective 3 PSC Elective 3 Fine Arts 3 History 3 Religion 3 Science 3 Science 3 Liberal Arts Elective 3 Elective/Minor 3
18 15
Senior Year
Fall Semester (2021) Spring Semester
(2022)
PSC 4600 3 PSC Elective 3 PSC Elective 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 15 15
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Four Year Plan B.A. in Political Science with a Concentration in International Relations
2018-2019
Please note that this is a recommended sequence
Check the academic catalogue for prerequisites and course availability for each semester
Total Credit: 124
Freshman Year
Fall Semester (2018) Spring Semester
(2019)
PSC 1510 3 PSC 2100 3 FYS 1100 3 ENG 1020 3 ENG 1010 3 OCL 1510 3 MAT 1050 3 LAN 1020 4 LAN 1010 4 CSC 1000 3 Library Competency IDS 2100 1
16 17
Sophomore Year Fall Semester (2019) Spring Semester
(2020)
PSC 3330 3 PSC 3510 3 PSC 2270 3 PSC Elective 3 Religion 3 ENG Literature 3 LAN 2010 3 LAN 2020 3 WEL 2180
3 History 3
15 15
Junior Year
Fall Semester (2020) Spring Semester
(2021)
PSC 3470 3 PSC 4510 3 Global Perspective Elective 3 PSC 4010-4080 3 Fine Arts 3 History 3010 or … 3 PSC 3050 3 Science 3 Science 3 Liberal Arts Elective 3
Elective/Minor 3
18 15
Senior Year
Fall Semester (2021) Spring Semester
(2022)
PSC 4600 3 PSC 3410 3 PSC 4400 3 Elective/Minor 3
Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3
Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3
Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 15 15
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Four Year Plan B.A. in Political Science with a Concentration in Public Administration
2018-2019
Please note that this is a recommended sequence
Check the academic catalogue for prerequisites and course availability for each semester
Total Credits: 124
Freshman Year
Fall Semester (2018) Spring Semester
(2019)
PSC 1510 3 PSC 2100 3 FYS 1100 3 ENG 1020 3 ENG 1010 3 OCL 1510 3 MAT 1050 3 LAN 1020 4 LAN 1010 4 CSC 1000 3 Library Competency IDS 2100 1
16 17
Sophomore Year Fall Semester (2019) Spring Semester
(2020)
PSC 3450 3 PSC 4200 3 PSC 2270 3 PSC 3510 3 WEL 2180 3 PA Elective 3 LAN 2010 3 LAN 2020 3 Global Perspective Elective 3 ENG Literature 3
15 15
Junior Year
Fall Semester (2020) Spring Semester
(2021)
PSC 3330 3 PSC 3410 3 PA Elective 3 PSC 2010 3
ACC 2510 3 History 3 Religion 3 Science 3 Science 3 Liberal Arts Elective 3
Fine Arts 3
18 15
Senior Year
Fall Semester (2021) Spring Semester
(2022)
PSC 4600 3 PSC 4700 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 Elective/Minor 3 15 15
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Academic Catalogue
DEPARTMENT OF POLITICAL SCIENCE
Dr. Andrew H. Ziegler, Jr., Chair
Political science is the study of governments, public policies, and political action. Political science
uses both humanistic and scientific approaches to examine the origins, structure, and operation of
government in America and in other countries and regions of the world. In addition to the major in
Political Science, concentrations are offered in International Relations and Public Administration.
Graduates in political science are qualified to enter many different career fields. Specific
opportunities include business, the law, state, local, and federal government, journalism, international
organizations and finance, political campaigns, the military, interest groups and associations, and
teaching. Political science training also provides valuable preparation for participating in community
organizations, electoral politics, activities on behalf of specific policies, or seeking elected or appointed
positions in government.
Students majoring in other fields should find political science electives attractive for their career
preparation and fulfilling various requirements of the General Education Core.
Mission
To educate students in American political thought, governance, and citizenship, and to inspire them to
participate in the political process; to prepare Political Science majors for professional employment and/or
advanced study, and to stimulate them in anticipating their future careers.
POLITICAL SCIENCE COURSES
PSC 1070 POLITICS AND FILM 3 s.h.
Film plays a big role in contemporary American society. Sometimes film upholds traditional values and
sometimes it sets new social trends. Sometimes it legitimates existing political attitudes and at other times
it criticizes existing structures. Many films are political without ever intending to be, while others
purposely address overt political themes. This course focuses on some of the most enduring political
themes and questions through the narrative of film. From conceptions of power to the detailed workings
of institutions, the films provide artistic illustrations of important political concepts. The class encourages
students to think critically and creatively about politics and society.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: as needed.
PSC 1510 AMERICAN GOVERNMENT 3 s.h.
This general introduction to the study of American government and politics focuses on the national level
and on the actors and interests who contend for power and influence in Washington DC. Students will
gain an understanding of the origins, structure, and operation of American government. Topics include
American political culture, the framing of the Constitution, political parties, campaigns and elections,
interest groups, the media, the Presidency, the Congress, the federal judiciary, and current issues of public
policy.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: fall and spring
PSC 1710-1780 EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING PRACTICUM 1 s.h. each
Prerequisite: none
Offered: as needed
PSC 2010 STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT 3 s.h.
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Can a Mississippi lobbyist working in Vermont expect to encounter the same political opponents and
friends that he or she would encounter back home? Why do superstars like the Terminator get elected to
office? How do politics shape public policy? This course is designed to take up these questions and more.
Students will be introduced to theories and empirical work related to state and local politics and will apply
this knowledge in a research paper. The course will take a comparative approach to study, examining
variation in governing methods, political culture and other political phenomena.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: spring (odd years)
PSC 2100 RESEARCH METHODS IN POLITICAL SCIENCE 3 s.h.
An introduction to the process of political inquiry and written analysis, this course helps students develop
good research and writing habits in the specialized field of political science. Topics include the steps in
the research process, the types of papers in political research, alternative approaches to research, and the
techniques of quantitative analysis. This course is required for all political science majors, and it is
recommended for students in a pre-law curriculum and the paralegal program.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: spring
PSC 2270 COMPARATIVE POLITICS 3 s.h.
(GP)Parliaments, politburos, juntas, revolutions, Islamic jihads – this introductory course explores the
politics of other countries and regions, and compares them to the United States. Topics include political
culture, geography, history, types of political systems, patterns of governance, political thought, and
issues of public policy.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: fall
PSC 3050 DEMOCRATIC PRINCIPLES AND THEORY 3 s.h.
One of the most fascinating topics within the realm of political science is the interpretations of democracy
held by people around the globe and throughout modern history. This course begins with an examination
of the concept of democracy held by the ancient thinkers such as Plato and Aristotle and then fast-
forwards to modernity to investigate modern conceptions of democracy through the lens of ideologies.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: fall (even years)
PSC 3100 LAW AND THE LEGAL SYSTEM 3 s.h.
This course examines the traditions and historical development of the law in America, emphasizing the
judicial process. Topics include the types and sources of law, the structure and functions of the state and
federal court systems, civil and criminal law procedure, and judicial governance with special attention
placed on the U.S. Supreme Court.
Prerequisite: none
Cross-listed: LAW 3100 and JUS 3100
Offered: spring
PSC 3330 PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION 3 s.h.
What do public managers do and how do they do it? These and other questions are addressed as this
course explores the theory and processes of the modern bureaucratic state. Topics include administrative
structure and functions, organizational direction, personnel and financial management, and bureaucratic
governance and discretion. Consideration is given to the interaction of governmental and non-profit
agencies.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: fall
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PSC 3410 CONGRESS AND THE PRESIDENCY 3 s.h.
The U.S. Congress can be challenging to comprehend, even for the close follower of national politics. The
American Presidency has transformed over time into the most powerful political office in the world. This
course is designed to provide students a thorough background on the character of these two institutions
and introduce them to contemporary research. The course begins with an examination of Congress as both
a representative body and a carefully designed political institution. Next the course proceeds to an
examination of the Presidency and the relationship between Congress and the Executive branch.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: spring
PSC 3450 POLITICAL PARTIES AND INTEREST GROUPS 3 s.h.
Faction checking faction! This principle was constitutional framer James Madison’s ideal for the new
American republic, but in contemporary politics does representative governance fall prey to “special
interests” and elitist political parties? Do moneyed interests and ideological parties so dominate the
political arena that the voice of the commoner goes unheard? This course will introduce students to the
history and contemporary state of political parties and interest groups in the United States, scholarly
debates surrounding parties and interest groups, and these organizations’ roles in elections and in
governing.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: fall (odd years)
PSC 3470 AMERICAN FOREIGN POLICY 3 s.h.
The Persian Gulf, Vietnam, the Cold War, World War II, and other significant past experiences are
examined in an effort to understand the “how” and “why” of American foreign policy. The policy-making
process of the national security establishment is observed. Key concepts include vital national interests,
national policy objectives, institutional roles, and the domestic sources of foreign policy.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: fall (even years)
PSC 3510 INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS 3 s.h.
(GP)What are the games nations play? What are the rules? Are there any rules? The balance of power,
diplomacy, imperialism, and collective security are just some of the topics surveyed in this wide-ranging
look at world politics. This course focuses on the issues of war, development, and trade in the
international system, while also including some attention to international organizations.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: spring
PSC 3850 THE U. S. CONSTITUTION 3 s.h.
Prayer in schools, abortion, gay rights, burning the American flag, term limits-these are some of the
constitutional issues this course examines as it studies the actors and actions that develop constitutional
law. Topics include leading Supreme Court decisions, the amending process, separation of powers,
federalism, economic liberties, civil liberties, civil rights, and due process.
Prerequisite: none
Cross-listed: LAW 3850
Offered: fall (odd years)
PSC 4010 to 4100 AREA STUDIES 3 s.h.
The courses in Area Studies examine the political setting, patterns of governance, and current political
problems of a particular region of the world. Selected countries within each region are identified for in-
depth comparison. Topics include political culture, political thought, geography, history, political and
economic development, and comparative public policy. These courses are offered as needed. These
courses may offer a Study Abroad component. Specific regions covered are:
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PSC 4010 EUROPEAN POLITICS (GP) 3 s.h.
PSC 4020 MIDDLE EAST POLITICS (GP) 3 s.h.
PSC 4030 POLITICS IN AFRICA 3 s.h.
PSC 4040 POLITICS IN EAST ASIA (GP) 3 s.h.
PSC 4050 LATIN AMERICAN POLITICS (GP) 3 s.h.
PSC 4060 ADVANCED INDUSTRIAL COUNTRIES 3 s.h.
PSC 4070 POLITICS IN SOUTHEAST ASIA 3 s.h.
PSC 4080 POLITICS IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES 3 s.h.
PSC 4200 POLICY ANALYSIS AND PROGRAM EVALUATION 3 s.h.
This course examines how government policies and programs are analyzed and evaluated. Initially, the
course examines how public policy issues are framed within the policy process. Then the course examines
the practice of program evaluation. The course includes discussions of ethical issues, quantitative and
qualitative methods, cost/benefit analysis, and how to communicate the results of policy analysis and
evaluation.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: spring (even years)
PSC 4300 POLITICAL CAMPAIGN SEMINAR 3 s.h.
Learn what constitutes a winning campaign. This course examines the major elements of a political
campaign, including campaign strategy and finance, issue selection, event planning, polling, election law,
as well as the influence of the media and campaign ethics. Normally offered during an election year,
current events and field experience form important parts of the course.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: fall (even years)
PSC 4400 INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS 3 s.h.
(GP) This course studies the structures that attempt to organize interstate relations, which includes both
governmental and non-governmental organizations, international law, and international regimes. Specific
study of the United Nations system and the European Union is included.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: fall (odd years)
PSC 4510 INTERNATIONAL POLITICAL ECONOMY 3 s.h.
(GP) This course examines the political dynamics of the development and management of the
contemporary international economic system. Among the topics covered are the decision-making role of
international economic organizations, the political implications of interdependence, and the activities of
transnational actors.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: spring (odd years)
PSC 4600 SENIOR SEMINAR 3 s.h.
This is a senior-level, capstone course required for all students majoring in Political Science. Students
draw upon all the knowledge, theory, and skills from their earlier courses to undertake an original,
empirical research project using quantitative methods. Students complete a Senior Thesis and a Power-
Point presentation. Juniors must receive the consent of the instructor to be admitted.
Prerequisites: completion of PSC 2100 or permission of the instructor
Offered: fall
PSC 4650 MUNICIPAL RESEARCH PRACTICUM 3 s.h.
The application of knowledge gained in the classroom through experiential learning affords the student an
opportunity to apply his/her knowledge in a practical setting. The Municipal Research Practicum partners
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upper division students with a municipal organization (local government agency) and enables the student,
under the supervision of a MU faculty member and agency supervisor, to engage in a research project for
a municipal agency or department.
Prerequisites: permission of the instructor required
Offered: as needed
PSC 4700 INTERNSHIP TBD
Internships provide opportunities for well-qualified, upper-division students to work in a “real world”
professional setting and gain invaluable experience. These can be found locally or in Washington DC, and
could be with a government agency, non-profit organization, or private enterprise. The instructor must
grant permission and determine the hours of credit before registration for the internship.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: fall and spring; however, arrangements must be made during the preceding semester
PSC 2850/4850 SPECIAL TOPICS SEMINAR 3 s.h.
When warranted, instructors can offer this course to examine topics not covered by the normal course
offerings. Topics vary and are announced in advance.
Prerequisite: none
Offered: as needed
PSC 4990 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN POLITICAL SCIENCE TBD
This is an individual, tutorial course established at the request of the student when special needs or
circumstances require examination of subject matter not available in other courses. Students engage in an
individual program of reading, research, and written requirements.
Prerequisite: approval by the faculty advisor, the supervising professor, the department chair, and the
school dean before approval is sought from Executive Vice President and Academic Dean.
Credit to be determined.
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