Government (GOVT)
GOVT 320 American National Government 3 Credits (3,0)
Introduction to democracy in the U.S., constitutional principles, and the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of government and linkage institutions between the government and citizens.
GOVT 325 International Studies 3 Credits (3,0)
Overview of a specific world region's land, people, culture, and history. Emphasizes current events and policies.
GOVT 331 Current Issues in America 3 Credits (3,0)
Selected political and economic issues of national and international importance.
GOVT 340 U.S. Foreign Policy 3 Credits (3,0)
Survey of American foreign policy, focusing on key influences and governmental agencies involved. Emphasis on policy development since World War II.
GOVT 353 Early U.S. Foreign Policy 3 Credits (3,0)
Exploration of U.S. foreign policy from the Colonial Era through World War I, focusing on cultural, economic, and political aspects.
GOVT 399 Special Topics in Government 1-6 Credit (1-6,0)
Individual, independent, or directed studies of selected topics in government.
GOVT 401 American Constitutional Law 3 Credits (3,0)
Study of American constitutional law and individual rights. Government powers, federalism, Bill of Rights, and separation of powers as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court.
GOVT 402 Globalization and World Politics 3 Credits (3,0)
Study of contemporary globalization and world order. Topics include sovereignty, multinational corporations, trade, environmental issues, terrorism, and human rights.
GOVT 499 Special Topics in Government 1-6 Credit (1-6,0)
Individual, independent, or directed studies of selected topics in government.