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POR 312 - Cult & Civ of Portugal Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Introduction to the cultural development of the Portuguese people throughout history. Lectures, class discussions, written and oral reports on significant aspects of Portuguese literary, social and artistic life.
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POR 313 - The Art of Portugal Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Introduction to the cultural development of the Portuguese people throughout history. Lectures, class discussions, written and oral reports on significant aspects of Portuguese literary, social and artistic life. Cross-listed with ARH 313, ARH 513
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POR 321 - Tch Portuguese Frgn Lang Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: POR 302 or permission of instructor
A theoretical and practical survey of methods and techniques used to teach foreign languages designed for both preservice and in-service teachers of Portuguese. Development of educational materials for Portuguese and methodological issues applicable to heritage language learners are particularly emphasized. Assignments include presentations of teaching modules, classroom observations, and preparation of professional portfolios. This course is aligned with National Standards for Foreign Language Learning and with the Massachusetts Foreign Languages Curriculum Framework. Cross-listed with POR 521
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POR 322 - Introduction to Portuguese Linguistics Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: POR 302 or permission of instructor
An introduction to the study of Portuguese linguistics. The main goal of the course is to investigate the structure of Portuguese: its phonology, morphology, syntax, and pragmatics. The course will also consider aspects of dialects of Portuguese, exploring their social and historical background. Class time will be divided between lectures and group work. This course is intended for speakers and advanced learners of Portuguese and will facilitate the understanding (and the teaching ) of language mechanisms. Cross-listed with POR 522
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POR 331 - Intro Portuguese Lit I Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: POR 302 or permission of instructor
Survey of Portugal’s most significant works from the medieval lyric to the chronicles of Fernão Lopes, the theatre of Gil Vicente, the poetry of LuÃs de Camões, and the sermons of Padre António Vieira. The objective of this course is to introduce students to the critical reading of complex Portuguese texts.
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POR 332 - Intro Portuguese Lit II Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: POR 302 or permission of instructor
Continuation of POR 331, covering Portuguese literature from Romanticism to the present. Attention will be given to literary history and criticism.
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POR 333 - Intro Brazilian Lit I Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: POR 302 or permission of instructor
Survey of the development of Brazilian literature from the colonial period to the nineteenth century. Attention is given to literary history and criticism.
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POR 334 - Intro Brazilian Lit II Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: POR 333 or permission of instructor
Continuation of POR 333. A survey of twentieth century Brazilian literature. Emphasis on major authors and literary periods. Attention is given to literary history and criticism.
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POR 335 - Intro Luso African Lit Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: POR 302 or permission of instructor
Survey of representative literary texts (poems, novels, and short stories) by twentieth-century Lusophone African writers. Readings range from early landmarks of emergent national literatures of Angola, Cape Verde, and Mozambique to recent works whose authors “came of age” in the post-independence period (after 1975). Literary works are discussed in the context of significant cultural, social, and political aspects of contemporary Lusophone Africa.
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POR 350 - The Classical Period Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisites: POR 331 & POR 332 or permission of instructor
The prose, poetry, and theater of sixteenth century Portugal, including literature related to the Portuguese Expansion. (Formerly offered as POR 445.)
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POR 360 - 19th Cent Portuguese Lit Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisites: POR 331 & POR 332 or permission of instructor
Study of the major authors and literary movements of the nineteenth century including works of Almeida Garrett, Alexandre Herculano, Camilo Castelo Branco, Antero de Quental, Eça de Queirós, and Cesário Verde among others. (Formerly offered as POR 455.)
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POR 361 - 20th Cent Portuguese Lit Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisites: POR 331 & POR 332 or permission of instructor
Study of the major literary authors and movements of the twentieth century including readings from Fernando Pessoa, Carlos de Oliveira, Jorge de Sena, VergÃlio Ferreira, Agustina Bessa LuÃs, José Cardoso Pires, and José Saramago, among others. (Formerly offered as POR 456.)
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POR 370 - Music & Cinema of Brazil Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: POR 302 or permission of instructor
A panoramic view of the music and cinema of Brazil. Regionally and aesthetically diverse songs and films composes the corpus of this course. Topics include bossa nova, samba, tropicalismo, Cinema Novo, and post-Cinema Novo. Representations taken from myths, mysteries, fantasies, and traditions are studied from social and historical perspectives.
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POR 371 - Gender and Society in Brazilian Cinema Credits 3Satisfies University Studies requirement: Nature of Global Society Nature of Global Society
Lecture
A thematic study of cinematographic representations of gender identities and practices within social contexts. Fostering global awareness and artistic literacy, topics include construction of feminine and feminist identities; masculinity and power relations; sexuality and national identity; same-sex and other non-traditional relations of love and intimacy; and machismo, ethnic and socio-economic disparity and alienation in contemporary life under women film-makers’ scrutiny. Cross-listed with WGS 371
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POR 390 - Topics in Luso-Afro-Brazilian Studies Credits 3
Lecture
Requirements: Prerequisite: POR 301 & 302
Examinations of cultural practices in the Portuguese speaking world, or other authentic learning activities related to the Portuguese, Brazilian, or Lusophone Arican studies. In-depth focus on a topic not regularly included in the department offerings.
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POR 396 - Directed Study Credits variable; 1.00 to 6.00
Independent Study
Study under the supervision of a faculty member in an area covered in a regular course not currently offered. Conditions and hours to be arranged
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POR 399 - Internship Credits 3Satisfies University Studies requirement: Learning through Engagement
Internship / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: POR 301 & 302
Internship with an area organization that provides service to Portuguese-speaking populations.Students will put into practice their linguistic abilities in Portuguese and their knowledge about Lusophone cultures while engaging with diasporic communities. Students will also use critical skills developed in previous courses to reflect upon their experience in light of their knowledge of the Humanities. Students receive service learning credit for this course.
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POR 481 - Capstone Seminar in Portuguese Credits 3Satisfies University Studies requirement: Capstone Study
Seminar / 3 hours per week
Capstone study of a specific topic, author, or literary period from Portugal, Brazil and/or Lusophone Africa. May not be repeated.
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POR 495 - Independent Study Credits variable; 1.00 to 6.00
Independent Study
Requirements: Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or higher, or permission of instructor, department chair, or college dean
Intensive study or research on a specific topic in Portuguese, Brazilian or Lusophone African studies under the direction of faculty member. Conditions and hours to be arranged.
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POR 496 - Directed Study Credits variable; 1.00 to 6.00
Independent Study
Study under the supervision of a faculty member in an area covered in a regular course not currently offered. Conditions and hours to be arranged
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PSC 101 - Introduction to American Politics Credits 3Satisfies University Studies requirement: Nature of US Society
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Theory and practice of national government in Congress, the Presidency, and the Supreme Court, and the interaction of these institutions with interest groups, political parties, public opinion and the mass media.
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PSC 151 - Introduction to Comparative Politics Credits 3Satisfies University Studies requirement: Nature of Global Society
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Comparative analysis of the political processes, ideologies, development, and governmental structure of countries from different regions of the world.
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PSC 161 - Introduction to International Relations Credits 3Satisfies University Studies requirement: Nature of Global Society
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Helps students relate, organize, and analyze political events that occur on the international level. Students will learn how to think critically about international relations and its impact on lives and well-being in the present and future. The concept of power, the factors that shape the foreign policies of states, the politics of economic relations, the use of force, and a broad range of global issues are examined.
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PSC 171 - Intro Political Theory Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Provides an introduction to political theory. History and development of political thought; key concepts, values, theories and ideologies that inform political practice; analysis of political discourse and argumentation.
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PSC 196 - Directed Study Credits variable; 1.00 to 6.00
Independent Study
Study under the supervision of a faculty member in an area covered in a regular course not currently being offered. Conditions and hours to be arranged.
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PSC 201 - Topics in American Politics Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Issues and ideas courses on selected topics in American Politics to be developed by instructors as student interest and faculty preference indicate. Students who are not political science majors are particularly invited to enroll in such courses. Anticipated offerings include: Education Policy, Welfare Policy and Public Controversies. May be repeated with change of content.
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PSC 212 - American Politics in Film Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Review and discussion of influential films that address or touch upon important political issues in the United States. By exposing students to classic and/or out-of-the-way movies that they might not otherwise experience, the course promotes the development of critical thinking skills. Students are encouraged to view film as more than simple entertainment, but also as an influential means of conveying political ideas.
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PSC 213 - Law and Courts in Film Credits 3Satisfies University Studies requirement: Human Questions & Contexts
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An examination of law, courts, lawyers and judges as depicted in film. Political and legal attitudes amongst the public are often shaped and influenced by movies. This course will review and discuss films which convey important messages and ideas about law, justice, and the U.S. legal system.
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PSC 216 - Politics of the Social Safety Net Credits 3
Lecture
Students analyze and debate the politics surrounding the public policies that comprise the U.S. social safety net, including social security, welfare, education benefits and more Cross-listed with WGS 216
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PSC 234 - Sustainability on Campus Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Examination of the challenges of organizational and community sustainability, using UMass Dartmouth as the principle example. Students will engage with university operations to design and implement measures to advance campus sustainability. Areas of focus include the built environment, purchasing, transportation, natural resources, energy use, adaptation to new technologies, and the economics of higher education.
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PSC 235 - Environmental Policy Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
An overview of environmental policy at the local, regional, and national level. Focus will be placed on the “incentive-based” approach to environmental regulation. There will be he opportunity to analyze a “real-life” environmental issue affecting the local region. Cross-listed with SUS 235
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PSC 239 - African American Politics Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
A study of the role of African Americans in the American political system, both historically and contemporarily, with special attention given to the alternative political strategies used in the struggle for political inclusion. Various philosophies that have been adopted to open up the political process and increase the democratic participation of African Americans are studied. Cross-listed with BLS 239
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PSC 242 - Ethnic Politics Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
The complex ethnic structure of the American political landscape. The course examines the role that ethnicity plays in American politics in a comparative examination of the politics of major racial and ethnic minority groups. Previously offered as PSC 266. Cross-listed with BLS 242, LST 242
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PSC 249 - Intermediate Writing in Political Science Credits 3Satisfies University Studies requirement: Intermediate Writing
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Writing in Political Science. Variable topics course used for instruction in political science writing methods.
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PSC 251 - Topics in Comparative Politics Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSC 284
Variable topics course in comparative politics. Topics are studied from diverse theoretical perspectives and by definition employ a global focus. Typical topics include dictatorship and revolution, politics in the developing world, gender inequality worldwide, etc. Open to majors or non-majors with no prerequisites.
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PSC 261 - Topics in International Relations Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Variable topics course in international relations. This course offers an examination of topical issues affecting the international political system. Typical topics include the international relations of East Asia, the politics of human rights, global terrorism, the politics of drone warfare, and the global politics of everyday things, etc. Open to majors and non-majors, with no prerequisites. May be repeated with change of content.
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PSC 271 - Topics in Political Theory Credits 3
Lecture
Issues and ideas courses on selected topics in Political Theory to be developed by instructors as student interest and faculty preference indicate. Students who are not political science majors are particularly invited to enroll in such courses. Anticipated offerings include: Pluralism and Politics of Evil. May be repeated with change of content.
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PSC 272 - The Politics of Drone Warfare Credits 3Satisfies University Studies requirement: Nature of Global Society
Lecture
An examination of the United States government’s use of drone strikes outside of conventional battlefields since 2002, including in Pakistan, Yemen, Somalia, Libya and the Philippines. The course explores debates around the ethics, legality and strategic effectiveness of the campaign.
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PSC 273 - The Politics of Evil Credits 3
Lecture
An examination of dictatorships, totalitarian regimes, terrorism, and ethnic cleansing, as well as other instances of grave injustice and harm by both democratic and non-democratic governments. The cause or causes of such evil, and the possible solutions and responses to it, will also be examined.
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PSC 284 - Model UN Credits 3Satisfies University Studies requirement: Nature of Global Society
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Examination of the role played by the United Nations in dealing with important issues and challenges in the arena of international politics. Students perform the role of delegates representing individual countries and, through the format of simulations, learn about the statecraft of foreign policy, diplomacy and international relations.
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PSC 296 - Directed Study Credits variable; 1.00 to 6.00
Independent Study
Study under the supervision of a faculty member in an area covered in a regular course not currently being offered. Conditions and hours to be arranged.
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PSC 298 - Experience Program Credits variable; 1.00 to 15.00
Practicum
Work experience at an elective level supervised for academic credit by a faculty member in an appropriate academic field. Conditions and hours to be arranged. Graded CR/NC. For specific procedures and regulations, see section of catalogue on Other Learning Experiences.
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PSC 301 - The Presidency Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSC 101 or upper division standing
The development of the contemporary presidency and its position within the American constitutional framework. Special attention will be paid to the presidential selection system, to alternate models of the presidency and to presidential power.
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PSC 302 - The Legislative Process Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisites: PSC Major or Uppper Division/Junior Standing or Permission of Instructor
A thorough study of the United States Congress and its power to make law. Elections, legislative leadership, congressional committees, inter-branch relations, and the dynamics of the legislative process are some of the sub-themes.
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PSC 303 - Topics in American Politics/Policy Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Special topics course in the field of American Politics. May be repeated with change of content. Cross-listed with AAS 303
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PSC 305 - Political Science Internship Credits variable; 3.00 to 15.00Satisfies University Studies requirement: Learning through Engagement
Practicum
Requirements: Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor
Internship completed for credit at an off-campus private, public or not-for profit organization with a focus on politics, law, government,public policy, or organizational behavior. Students are responsible for securing their own placements, and all placements must be approved in advance by the instructor. Students are required to keep an internship journal, write a final paper based on the experience, and complete all other course assignments in addition to their work hours.
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PSC 306 - Civil Rights Movements in the United States Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
A study of the politics of civil rights and the various philosophical approaches that have been used to extend such rights to groups that have traditionally had no access to the agenda setting processes within the legislative system. Emphasis is placed on the philosophy of nonviolence and on the political effectiveness of such organizing strategies as marches, sit-ins, and public demonstrations; and how the American experience with civil rights has influenced civil rights movements in other parts of the world. Cross-listed with BLS 306, LST 306
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PSC 311 - State Politics Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSC 101 or upper division standing
An exploration of politics, government, and policy in the American states. The course is a comparative analysis of the 50 states, with a focus on how variations in political arrangements across the states can help us understand difference in policies.
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PSC 312 - Massachusetts Politics Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
An analysis of Massachusetts politics and government, including the political environment, the branches of government, political participation, and local government. This course will also examine current public policies in the Commonwealth, such as education, the environment, and crime and justice policy.
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PSC 313 - Urban Politics Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
A critical examination of the urban political community in the United States. Particular attention is given to the adequacy of the city as an arena of conflict resolution and decision-making as well as such current problems as urban reconstruction in the ghettos. Field research in the area by individuals or groups is encouraged but not required. Cross-listed with AAS 313
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PSC 315 - Public Policy in America Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSC 101 or upper division standing
Analysis of the policy-making processes, including agenda setting, adoption, implementation, and evaluation. These processes will be examined through the lens of major US policy areas such as education, the environment, and crime and justice policy.
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PSC 320 - American Political Thought Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
An examination of the most influential thinkers and ideas in American political thought. The principles of the American founding will be compared with the ideals and underlying premises of progressivism. The course will also explore how the intersection of these two currents in American political thought shape contemporary political issues in the United States. Readings may vary, but will likely include the Declaration of Independence, U.S. Constitution, The Federalist, speeches of Abraham Lincoln, Theodore Roosevelt, Woodrow Wilson, and writings from the Progressive Era.
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PSC 322 - Constitutional Law Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisites: PSC 101 or CJS 190 or Upper Division Standing or Permission of Instructor
Course centers on the development of the constitutional framework of American government with emphasis placed on reading and analysis of U.S. Supreme Court cases. Topics covered may include judicial review, separation of powers, federalism government regulatory authority, and the rights of criminal defendants.
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PSC 323 - Civil Liberties Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisites: PSC 101 or CJS 190 or Upper Division Standing
In effect the second half of the course on Constitutional Law. The Civil Liberties and Rights course discusses individual protections from arbitrary acts by government and other individuals. Topics may include freedom of expression, church-state relations, freedom of the press, minority rights, and protection of individuals from discrimination.
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PSC 330 - Animals & Public Policy Credits 3
Lecture
Requirements: Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission of instructorPSC 330
Examination of the political conflicts and public policy problems that arise from human relationships with our fellow animals. Specific topics to be covered may include animal domestication, animal sports, animal captivity, animal testing, animal worship, the use of animals for food, feral animals, endangered species, species reintroduction, and species extinction.
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PSC 331 - Political Parties and Interest Groups Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisites: PSC Major or Uppper Division/Junior Standing or Permission of Instructor
The development and function of political parties and political interest groups in American politics. Strategies for lobbying and for creating interest groups also examined. Cross-listed as LST 332. Cross-listed with LST 332
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PSC 332 - Sex Roles and Politics Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: Sophomore Standing
An examination of the impact of gender as a variable in American politics. The course analyzes women in the electorate as candidates, as office holders, and as political participants, including participation in political organizations and lobbying groups. Cross-listed as WMS 332. Cross-listed with WGS 332
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PSC 333 - Political Behavior Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: Upper Division Standing or PSC Major or permission of Instructor.
Examines political behavior within the American political system. Special emphasis on quantitative methods to examine participation. Original data sets which have provided the sources for assigned readings are supplied. Emphasis on socio-economic models of participation.
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PSC 337 - Reproductive Rights & Health Credits 3
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSC 101 or WGS 101or permission of instructor
Trends, controversies, laws, policies and politics relating both to women’s control over their fertility and to reproductive health in the United States. The areas covered include abortion, birth control, sterilization, sex education, sexually-transmitted disease (STD) prevention, assisted reproductive technologies (ART), the birthing process, and infant-feeding. We leanr differing feminist perspective relevant to these areas. Cross-listed with WGS 337
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PSC 339 - Women and Public Policy Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: Sophomore Standing
Examines public policies and landmark Supreme Court opinions relating to gender equality and women’s interests in the United States. Topics may include educational policies, employment policies, child care policies, health care policies, reproductive rights, and policies relating to women as criminals. Cross-listed as PST 354 and WMS 339. Cross-listed with WGS 339
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PSC 342 - Public Administration Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Examination of the general nature of the bureaucracy in public and private organization and in various cultural contexts. Attention is given to administrative responsibility. Cross-listed with LST 340
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PSC 345 - Politic Of Public Health Credits 3
How governments at the federal, state and local levels cope with threats to the public’s health, such as AIDS, lead poisoning, toxic waste, tuberculosis. We will evaluate the effectiveness of government interventions, identify ethical and political pitfalls of present strategies and assess the prospects for eradicating our most pressing health problems.
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PSC 347 - Environmental Law Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: Upper-division standing
Introduction to the concepts surrounding environmental law. Students explore the reasons, development, and implementation of environmental laws. Areas of focus include the following: using the law to consider environmental impacts before taking action; using the law to protect water and air quality; the law of land use; and global applications of legal frameworks to deal with large scale environmental problems like climate change. Cross-listed with SUS 347
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PSC 348 - Ocean Policy and Law Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Laws and policies associated with marine resource management. The declining status and productivity of many of our marine resources has led to growing concern about human activities such as pollution, overfishing, and environmental degradation. The course explores the fundamentals of policy analysis in order to gain insights into issues including jurisdiction, harvest regulation, ecosystem approaches, and environmental protection. Cross-listed with SUS 348
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PSC 349 - Political Science Research Methods Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSC 249 or permission of instructor
Students will learn how to study politics “scientifically” using theories, hypotheses, and concepts to explore the relationships among variables. Students will also learn how to define and critique concepts commonly used in professional journals. The course includes an overview of descriptive statistics using the SPSS software, exposure to some inferential statistics, and their application to data analysis in Political Science. Students learn how to present quantitative data in a manner consistent with the expectations of the discipline.
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PSC 351 - Modern Political Thought Credits 3Satisfies University Studies requirement: Human Questions & Contexts
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: Upper-division standing
European political theorists from the 16th through 19th centuries. Course will focus on the development of modern liberalism with some attention to its nineteenth century critics. Readings may vary, but most likely will include the major political writings of Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, and Bentham.
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PSC 352 - Classic Politic Thought Credits 3Satisfies University Studies requirement: Human Questions & Contexts
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: Upper-division standing
European political theorists from ancient Greece through the 15th century. Readings may vary, but most likely will include the major political writings of Plato, Aristotle, St. Augustine, and others.
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PSC 354 - Contemporary Political Thought Credits 3Satisfies University Studies requirement: Human Questions & Contexts Human Questions & Contexts
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Survey of the recent ideological currents in advanced capitalist societies: neo-conservatism, neo-liberalism, syndicalism, postmarxian socialism, eco-anarchism, and corporate fascism. The course will focus on political thinkers who have made significant contributions to the interpretation of contemporary political and economic developments. Cross-listed with LST 354
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PSC 360 - European Politics Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSC 151 or permission of instructor
Political and economic issues affecting contemporary European democracies, including the various tensions that have come about through the processes of European integration and globalization. The European Union represents the most advanced example of regional political and economic integration on the globe. What impact has European integration had on national democracies and economies? To what extent has Europe’s diversity converged as a result of integration? Case studies from throughout the region are examined.
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PSC 361 - Chinese Govt & Politics Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSC 151 or permission of instructor
An introduction to the People’s Republic of China and its political process. The interrelationships between China’s revolutionary heritage and the development of Maoist ideology and mass mobilization politics, economic policy and foreign policy will be examined. Finally, post-Mao politics will be studied to determine the degree and direction of change and its implication for Chinese politics and for the Chinese people.
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PSC 362 - Topics in Comparative Politics Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Special topics course in the field of Comparative Politics. May be repeated with change of content.
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PSC 363 - Government and Politics of the Middle East Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: Upper-division standing
The politics of the Middle East in terms of the region’s history, geography, culture and the impact of the West. Country studies include Turkey, Egypt, Syria, Israel, Jordan, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, and other Gulf States.
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PSC 366 - Islam and Politics Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Pre-req: PSC 151 or permission of instructor
The political and cultural history of Islam. Students will learn about the contemporary revolutionary religious movements in Muslim countries and their effect on world politics.
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PSC 367 - African Political Systems Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
A study of the contemporary politics of African states and governments, and providing exposure to the African historical backgrounds, political cultures, political trends, and ideology. The colonial heritage of African states, the quest for modernization and nation-building, and the transition to democratic governance are explored. Cross-listed with BLS 367
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PSC 369 - Transition to Democracy Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSC 151 or permission of instructor
Transitions from non-democratic to democratic regimes in three major areas of the world, Southern Europe, the Soviet Union and East-Central Europe, and South America, from a comparative theoretical perspective. Theoretical problems include what democracy is and is not, democratic transition and democratic consolidation, how and why transitions to democracy have occurred, and factors that influence the success or failure of democratization.
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PSC 370 - Latin American Politics Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisites: PSC Major or Uppper Division/Junior Standing or Permission of Instructor
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PSC 371 - Topic in Political Theory Credits 3
Lecture
Special topics course in the field of Political Theory. Course topics will range from an in-depth examination of a major political thinker such as Plato, Aristotle, Machiavelli, Locke, Rousseau, Marx, Rawls, or Habermas to an examination of a fundamental issue political theory such as the basis of political legitimacy, the relationship of duties and rights, or the varieties of social contract theory. May be repeated with change of content.
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PSC 373 - Cape Verdean Politics & Society Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
A study of Cape Verdeans as an ethnic sub-population in the United States, and as comprising an independent, self-governing nation-state. The historical, political, social, and economic contributions of Americans of Cape Verdean descent in the United States and in Cape Verde are examined. Cross-listed as AAS 303; LST 303. (Formerly PSC 303) Cross-listed with BLS 373, LST 373
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PSC 374 - Haitian Politics and Society Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
A study of Haitians as an ethnic subpopulation in the United States and as comprising an independent self-governing nation-state. The historical, political, and socioeconomic contributions of Americans of Haitian descent in the United States are examined.
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PSC 375 - Great Leaders in Literature & Film Credits variable; 3.00 to 33.00
Lecture
Transformative leadership in politics. This course examines the lives of great political leaders through history, literature and film, seeking the source of their distinctive geniuses.
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PSC 381 - Topics in International Relations Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: Upper-division standing
Variable topics in international relations. This course offers an examination of topical issues affecting the international political system, such as climate change, international democracy promotion, international law, and power and legitimacy in international relations. May be repeated with change of content.
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PSC 382 - American Foreign Policy Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSC 161 or permission of the instructor
Policy choices made by the United States and the actors, institutions, and influences that affect those decisions. Students gain an understanding of the foreign policy positions of presidential candidates and presidents, the various influences on the making of American foreign policy and the American foreign policy process, and the impact of the changing international environment on American foreign policy.
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PSC 384 - International Law and Organization Credits 3Satisfies University Studies requirement: Nature of Global Society
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSC 161 or SUS 101 or Junior Standing or permission of instructor
Examines efforts to address problems of international concern through international law and organizations.
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PSC 385 - The Politics of Global Climate Change Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSC 161 or SUS 101 or Junior Standing or permission of instructor
Examination of the politics of global climate change. Topics include the politics of climate science, the political psychology of climate concern, international climate change negotiations, climate change and violent conflict, and policies to mitigate and adapt to climate change at the local, national, and international levels.
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PSC 393 - Portugal and the European Union Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Examines the political, economic, and demographic shifts in Portuguese society that have accompanied the process of European integration. This is a four-week summer course offered in a study-abroad format in Portugal. Various field trips and guest lectures will shed light on the impact of EU integration. Cross-listed with PSC 593
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PSC 394 - The Politics of European Integration Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Topics on European integration, the historical development of the European Union, eastward expansion, treaties, the Single Market, the EURO, theories of European integration, and challenges facing small states in the EU. This is a four-week summer course offered in a study-abroad format in Portugal. Various field trips and guest lectures will shed light on the impact of EU integration.
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PSC 395 - Politics and Development of Modern Portugal Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
The politics and economic development of 20th century Portugal. This course will explore the links between changes in the socio-economic structures of the country and the transformation of the political system. Portuguese colonialism, the corporatist Estado Novo, and the transition to and consolidation of democracy will be examined from a comparative European perspective. Cross-listed with PSC 595
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PSC 396 - Directed Study Credits variable; 1.00 to 6.00
Independent Study
Study under the supervision of a faculty member in an area covered in a regular course not currently being offered. Conditions and hours to be arranged.
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PSC 400 - Seminar in American Politics & Policy Credits 3
Seminar
Requirements: Prerequisite: Completion of at least 60 credits
Available topics seminar in the field of American politics. Repeatable with change in content.
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PSC 408 - Seminar:Judicial Process and Behavior Credits 3
Seminar / 3 hours per week
Discussion of the judiciary, specifically focusing on the actions of courts and judges. Questions explored include: How do courts work? What impact do courts have on society? How do judges make decisions? What factors influence judicial decision-making and the judicial selection process? What constraints exist upon judicial actions? In exploring the answers to these questions, students will have a better understanding of the importance of the courts and judicial actors in democratic government.
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PSC 416 - Seminar: Civil Rights in America Credits 3
Seminar / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: Upper Class Standing
Study of the politics of civil rights and the various philosophical approaches that have been used to extend such rights to groups that have traditionally had no access to the agenda setting processes within the legislative system. Cross-Listed as AAS 416; LST 416. Cross-listed with BLS 416
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PSC 445 - Seminar: Women and Politics Credits 3
Seminar / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Pre-req: PSC 101 or permission of instructor
An exploration of women’s involvement in the processes, institutions and outcomes of politics including voting and other forms of electoral participation, campaigning for political office, office-holding and leadership, and public policy. In examining these topics, the course looks at the roles played by women’s movements, feminism, and antifeminism. The focus is primarily on the United States with some coverage of other countries. Cross-listed with WGS 445
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PSC 450 - Seminar in Comparative Politics Credits 3
Seminar
Requirements: Prerequisite: Completion of at least 60 credits
Available topics seminar in the field of Comparative Politics. Repeatable with change in content.
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PSC 451 - Seminar: Politics of Developing Countries Credits 3
Seminar / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSC 151 or permission of instructor
Focus is “development” and its conceptual counterpart “underdevelopment.” Some of the questions we seek to explore are: What is development? How should it be measured? Will all countries eventually follow the development path of the advanced industrial countries? Is income inequality getting better or worse between rich and poor on a global scale? What factors explain underdeveloped in different regions of the globe? What are some of the specific development strategies that countries have followed and with what results? Cross-listed with SUS 451
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PSC 471 - Seminar in Political Theory Credits 3
Lecture
Requirements: Prerequisite: Completion of at least 60 credits
Available topics seminar in the field of Political Theory politics. Repeatable with change in content.
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PSC 473 - Seminar:Rules Of War Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: PSC 161
Examines the ethical and legal dimensions of “just cause” and “just conduct” in warfare.
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PSC 474 - Global Environmental Politics Credits 3
Lecture / 3 hours per week
Examination of the creation, operation, and effectiveness of international efforts to address transboundary environmental problems. Topics include the politics of scientific expertise, the role of nongovernmental organizations, the negotiation of international environmental treaties and regimes, international trade and the environment, and domestic sources of international concern.
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PSC 477 - Seminar in International Relations Credits 3
Seminar / 3 hours per week
Requirements: Prerequisite: Completion of at least 60 credits
Available topics seminar in the field of International Relations. Repeatable with change in content.
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PSC 495 - Independent Study Credits variable; 1.00 to 6.00
Independent Study
Requirements: Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or higher, or permission of instructor, department chair, or college dean
Study under the supervision of a faculty member in an area not otherwise part of the discipline’s course offerings. Conditions and hours to be arranged.
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PSC 496 - Directed Study Credits variable; 1.00 to 6.00
Independent Study
Study under the supervision of a faculty member in an area covered in a regular course not currently being offered. Conditions and hours to be arranged.
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