Political Science

CANCELLED 05/22/08: Introduction to U.S. Politics
An introduction to the institutional and ideological components of the American political system, with an emphasis on the broad spectrum of values and sources of power that, when taken together, support and challenge the foundations of American pluralism. Films, field trips, and guest lectures complement the standard classwork.
CPO1570.60 (Intensive) / 3 credits
Karen Baird
Mon.–Fri., 1:00–3:30 p.m.
Session III: June 9–27
Social Sciences Bldg., Rm. 1002

Sex, Politics, and Health
Though people think of health as having biological roots, health and illness actually have social and political origins. This course examines women's health policy, the women's health movement, and the differences between the health care needs of men and women. Topics like access to the health care system, poverty, Medicaid/Medicare, managed care, breast cancer, women and violence, HIV/AIDS, and medical research are investigated.
CPO3045.60 (Intensive) / 4 credits
Karen Baird
Mon.–Fri., 9:00 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Session III: June 9–27
Social Sciences Bldg., Rm. 1002

American Constitutional Law
Introduces the historical and political debates that resulted in the adoption of the U.S. Constitution. Case law and collateral readings relevant to the construction of the U.S. constitutional government are used to explore: theories of jurisprudence; structures of courts; aspects of litigation; the nature and scope of judicial review and constitutional adjudication; the role of the judiciary in the maintenance of national power.
CPO3050.20 / 4 credits
John Howard
Tues. & Thurs., 6:30–10:05 p.m.
Session II: June 10–July 24
Social Sciences Bldg., Rm. 1002

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Posted Feb. 20, 2008