An introduction to government and politics in the United States through an examination of the structures and processes that affect how public policies are made and what impacts they have.
3.0 Credits

This course serves as an introduction to the subfield of comparative politics. The course surveys a number of basic topics and themes central to the study of comparative political systems. Topics to be examined include: political culture and socialization, participation in politics, governmental structures, decision-making, economic and social policies, and evaluation of performance. These topics will be explored in selected countries from Asia, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and North America.
3.0 Credits

This course serves as an introduction to the history and theory of international relations. The course will provide an overview of the major substantive and theoretical issues of the field. Topics which are covered include: origins of the nation-state, national power, war, arms races and arms control, imperialism and dependency, international law, and international organizations.
3.0 Credits

This course will examine legal principles in the United States. The law will be examined through the lens of judges, lawyers, juries, and law enforcement personnel. The course will explore the origins of legal authority and its limits within the context of the United States legal system. It is intended for students who have little or no prior background in the law.
3.0 Credits

This course helps students develop the skills to navigate the law school entrance exam successfully. The material emphasizes strategic methods to assist students in analyzing the test methodically and efficiently. While the course focuses on the three scored sections of the LSAT (reading comprehension, logical reasoning, and analytical reasoning), additional topics will be covered to improve testing abilities. Students will take numerous LSAT exams to practice skills and strategies on real test questions.
1.0 Credits

This course analyzes how the United States identifies and addresses national security issues. This course will look at U.S. and international security issues, then the final policy decisions and military choices made based on those issues. This course will focus on security issues after WWII, the Cold War, the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, and tensions with China.
3.0 Credits