| PSC-401-01
Seminar in Political Science(R
2:30-5:00|JHN 111I) |
Reading, research and writing course
for majors that covers a specific topy in political
science.
Prerequisite: PSC-101, 102, 103, and 150
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| PSC-101 Introduction to American
Politics |
GER: HB (Empirical Study
of Human Behavior) |
The basic political science course
focusing on American politics. Emphasis on the principles,
institutions and politics of the federal government.
Topics include: the U.S. Constitution, the presidency,
Congress, the Supreme Court, political parties and
interest groups, and the federal
bureaucracy.
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| PSC-226 Politics of China |
GER: WC (World Culture) |
Examination of the political, social
and economic factors affecting the Chinese Communist
Party and its relationship to the Chinese citizenry.
Analysis of the domestic and international challenges
confronting the Chinese state.
Prerequisite: PSC-102
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| PSC-229 Politics of Asia |
GER: WC (World Culture) |
Examination of one of the world's
most dynamic regions. Common issues facing disparate
regimes will be explored through case studies from
Communist regimes, military and transitional systems,
and restricted democracies. The region's changing
international role and influence will be discussed.
Prerequisite: PSC-102
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| FYW-1169 Dragons and Demons: Debunking
Myths of China | GER: WC
(World Culture) |
Though Americans from all walks
of life are increasingly aware of China’s economic,
military, and political rise, myths and misperceptions
of the People’s Republic of China abound. Policy
makers, the business community, academics,reporters,
and the general public all contribute to American
images of China. While some herald the dynamic liberalizing
reforms occurring within the country, others denounce
the Chinese leadership as “Nazis and fascists”
interested only in power and oppression. How are American
images of China shaped, and how accurate are these
various portrayals of the world’s most populous
nation? How can false images of China exacerbate bilateral
tensions and restrict reforms within the PRC?
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