20 courses with the subject POLSC, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
This course examines America’s political environment and the functioning of its political institutions (ie., the three branches of government), plus examination of macroeconomic and other key public policies. Social Science Core Course or General Elective - Political Science Major or Minor Requirement Social Science Core Course
Note: A completed Course Substitution Form is required to replace POLSC 101 and fulfill the Social Science or Political Science Program requirement This course uses film to explore some fundamental political themes and questions. Film has long been a powerful means to define and advocate public policy issues, to set political agendas, and to influence political socialization. Students will critically evaluate films and readings related to the following themes, among others: the individual and the state; foreign policy and national security; capitalism; prejudice; scandal and distrust; the documentary as witness; and political institutions.
Credit Varies Neumann University periodically offers Special Topics courses in Political Science [POLSC] that reflect specific topics of study which are not part of the standard University curriculum. These courses would take the form of a concentrated area of study such as Theories of Policy Making, Business-Government Relations, Civil Liberties, International Law, or Health Care for the Poor. Special Topics courses in Political Science that are numbered at the 126/226 level are generally open to all students and may be designated as Core courses. Courses at the 326 level are specifically designed for students at either the junior or senior level, while courses at the 426 level are only open to students with senior standing. For any given semester, course title(s) and content area(s), as well as any specified prerequisites in addition to those listed below, are published during the preceding semester. Permission of the instructor may also be required before a student can register for any Special Topics course.
The organization and operation of state and local governments are studied in this course.
The structure and function of the world’s major political systems and the environments which house them are examined in this course. Service Learning Course
Students are introduced to the central concepts and developments in the field of international relations. They also study the international system and the role of the nation-state within it, as well as the nature of power, its new roles, and its limitations.
Upon completion of this course, students should be able to identify the political, business, and social forces that caused the Great Recession (2007-09) and the economic crash of 2020 and evaluate the implications of those events on our lives today. Students likewise should be able to explain theoretical approaches to capitalism and apply them to real-world, contemporary market systems. Students will develop their abilities to communicate effectively in both written and oral formats.
This course investigates some of the most persistent problems in the world today, such as ethnic rivalry, regional conflicts, and international human rights. A values-laden approach is applied in examining the root causes, proposed solutions, and future prospects of these political problems
The foundations of United States foreign policy, the major factors which determine policy, and the decision-making process for policy are studied. The course traces the evolution of American involvement in world affairs with emphasis on post-World War II events.
Credit Varies Neumann University periodically offers Special Topics courses in Political Science [POLSC] that reflect specific topics of study which are not part of the standard University curriculum. These courses would take the form of a concentrated area of study such as Theories of Policy Making, Business-Government Relations, Civil Liberties, International Law, or Health Care for the Poor. Special Topics courses in Political Science that are numbered at the 126/226 level are generally open to all students and may be designated as Core courses. Courses at the 326 level are specifically designed for students at either the junior or senior level, while courses at the 426 level are only open to students with senior standing. For any given semester, course title(s) and content area(s), as well as any specified prerequisites in addition to those listed below, are published during the preceding semester.
This course provides an overview of America’s two-party system. It emphasizes parties’ respective histories, organization, functions, nominating procedures, campaign financing, levels of analysis, and trends in party behavior. Political Science Major or Minor elective or General Elective
This course traces the evolution of ideas concerning the nature of political man, government, law, and the state from the classical era through the 20th century. Writing Intensive Course
An examination of four current national political issues (including one chosen by students) are examined through readings, discussions, and debates. Political Science Major of Minor elective or General Elective.
Students explore the development and principles of American constitutional law, with an emphasis upon those issues and cases that have had a significant impact on American society.
This study of the contemporary political, economic, and social conditions of Third World nations, their prospects for the future, and various proposals related to the global situation are examined from a Christian perspective.
Credit Varies Neumann University periodically offers Special Topics courses in Political Science [POLSC] that reflect specific topics of study which are not part of the standard University curriculum. These courses would take the form of a concentrated area of study such as Theories of Policy Making, Business-Government Relations, Civil Liberties, International Law, or Health Care for the Poor. Special Topics courses in Political Science that are numbered at the 126/226 level are generally open to all students and may be designated as Core courses. Courses at the 326 level are specifically designed for students at either the junior or senior level, while courses at the 426 level are only open to students with senior standing. For any given semester, course title(s) and content area(s), as well as any specified prerequisites in addition to those listed below, are published during the preceding semester.
In this course, students will explore the development of the environmental movement (both domestic and international) from the 20 th Century into the 2000s, understand roles of the federal government and interest groups in the environmental policymaking process, probe case studies of environmental politics, and gain a greater appreciation for the Franciscan perspective on the environment.
Credit Varies Neumann University periodically offers Special Topics courses in Political Science [POLSC] that reflect specific topics of study which are not part of the standard University curriculum. These courses would take the form of a concentrated area of study such as Theories of Policy Making, Business-Government Relations, Civil Liberties, International Law, or Health Care for the Poor. Special Topics courses in Political Science that are numbered at the 126/226 level are generally open to all students and may be designated as Core courses. Courses at the 326 level are specifically designed for students at either the junior or senior level, while courses at the 426 level are only open to students with senior standing. For any given semester, course title(s) and content area(s), as well as any specified prerequisites in addition to those listed below, are published during the preceding semester.
This seminar emphasizes the methods, materials, and techniques of research in the social sciences with particular attention to political science, including a research project.
Credit Varies Qualified students who seek individualized advanced study in some area of political science that is not covered in scheduled courses may apply for an Independent Study Project (ISP). Students assume responsibility for special readings and research under the supervision of a designated faculty member. Regular meetings with faculty and completion of all assignments are required.
Source: Neumann University's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59
