23 courses with the subject SPS, 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.
SPS 103Intro to Poli Sci & Propaganda (Political Science)3
Credit(s) A comprehensive introduction to the study of political science, public opinion, propaganda, and rhetoric, emphasizing the increasingly important role of mass communications and social media and political polling in shaping expectations about what is desirable and/or possible in contemporary politics. Key concepts and theories are explored along with providing an introduction to the subfields of political science.
SPS 105Introduction to Global Studies (Political Science)3
Credit(s) This course provides an overview of historical and current topics in global politics, assessed through the lens of globalization and global governance theories. Students learn how to follow and analyze current events related to these topics using contemporary news sources. Students assess the work and value-added of global actors such as nation-states, non-governmental and non-profit organizations, inter-governmental organizations, multi-national corporations, government-supported and private research organizations, and public policy organizations.
SPS 121American National Government (Political Science)3
Credit(s) The background and general principles of American government with emphasis on the Constitution; critical analysis of political processes, political behavior, and aspects of public policy.
Credit(s) A comparative examination of the world’s different governmental and political systems and political culture, both Western and non-Western. Emphasis on European political systems and non-Western political systems including China, Russia, and Iran.
Variable (0 - 3) Credit(s) This course provides behind-the-scene perspectives on Washington politics, power, and public policy. Course is offered in Washington,DC. Lectures, site visits, tours, and special events allow students to see the impact of the political process and learn how the nation’s leaders address important contemporary issues. Student must apply and be accepted into the “Washington Experience” program sponsored by the Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars. All expenses of the experience are the student’s responsibility.
SPS 206Genocide and Human Rights (Political Science)3
Credit(s) This course explores human rights as an important international norm that is reflected in policies, practices, and laws at the international and national levels. It addresses such topics as: the use of military force to promote human rights; the development of international criminal courts; humanitarian and human rights law; crimes against humanity; and ethnic cleansing.
SPS 222State & Local Government (Political Science)3
Credit(s) A comprehensive introduction to the Pennsylvania governmental structure - - state and municipal - - and its role in our federalist system. Explores the historic and present-day relationship between the Federal government and the Pennsylvania government and its people.
SPS 228Public Opinion and Propaganda (Political Science)3
Credit(s) A critical examination of public opinion and political influence, emphasizing the increasingly important role of the media and mass communications in shaping expectations about what is desirable and/or possible in contemporary politics.
Credit(s) Introductory analysis of major theories of international relations and their applications to current problems of world politics. Differing perspectives on the nature of the international system; the significance of power and global norms; patterns of conflict and cooperation between nations; and role and influence of non-state actors.
SPS 315Global Political Economy (Political Science)3
Credit(s) This course introduces students to the actors, politics, historical and contemporary events, and decision-making procedures in the global market system. The production and trade of goods and services throughout the world are analyzed and examined through case studies. Different types of economic systems are assessed with discussion of the changes in globalization over the past two centuries. Using the perspectives of economic liberalism, mercantilism, and structuralism consideration is given to how money and power are distributed throughout the global economy by analyzing state economic policies, development and underdevelopment, and inequality.
SPS 338Politics of the Sixties (Political Science)3
Credit(s) The enduring legacy of the 1960’s; the sixties as an historic period of culmination in U.S. politics; movements, ideologies, and pressures of the social and political movements of that era.
Credit(s) Content and formation of American foreign policy since World War I. Emphasis on the formal and informal institutions and structures which contribute to the making of foreign policy, including domestic politics. Focus is on the dilemma of America’s role as global sheriff in world affairs.
SPS 390Topics in American Politics (Political Science)3
Credit(s) Approaches different topics in political science relating to periods of significant political development and change over the course of U.S. history from the Twentieth Century to the present. Students use primary and secondary materials for an in-depth study of the topic area including analysis of competing perspectives and interpretations of political issues and events and must complete a research project.
SPS 392Topics in Global Affairs (Political Science)3
Credit(s) This course covers a variety of topical issues in global affairs, including peacemaking, human rights, global governance, and democratization.
Credit(s) Development and implementation of government policy at the national level. Students research and report on the development of policy in particular issue areas such as military and defense or welfare policies.
Credit(s) This course introduces students to the debates and methods that deal with the scientific study of political phenomena. Students learn to write in the field and develop a research design, as well as practice the variety of methods used to conduct research in political science.
SPS 415Model United Nations Field Study (Political Science)
Variable (0 - 1) Credit(s) Introduces students to international relations practice and politics through the perspective of the United Nations (UN) system. Training sessions and activities prepare students to act as distinguished delegates in a collegiate conference that simulates the UN General Assembly. Students are introduced to international issues, challenges, and events while preparing for the conference and honing the skills of debate, negotiation, and conflict resolution.
SPS 506Genocide and Human Rights (Political Science)3
Credit(s) This course explores human rights as an important international norm that is reflected in policies, practices, and laws at the international and national levels. It addresses such topics as: the use of military force to promote human rights; the development of international criminal courts; humanitarian and human rights law; crimes against humanity; and ethnic cleansing.
