Theory and practice of national government in Congress, the Presidency, and the Supreme Court, and the interaction of these institutions with interest groups, political parties, public opinion and the mass media.

Comparative analysis of the political processes, ideologies, development, and governmental structure of countries from different regions of the world.

Comparative analysis of the political processes, ideologies, development, and governmental structure of countries from different regions of the world.

A study of the role of African Americans in the American political system, both historically and contemporarily, with special attention given to the alternative political strategies used in the struggle for political inclusion. Various philosophies that have been adopted to open up the political process and increase the democratic participation of African Americans are studied.

A study of Cape Verdeans as an ethnic sub-population in the United States, and as comprising an independent, self-governing nation-state. The historical, political, social, and economic contributions of Americans of Cape Verdean descent in the United States and in Cape Verde are examined. Cross-listed as AAS 303; LST 303. (Formerly PSC 303)

A study of Haitians as an ethnic subpopulation in the United States and as comprising an independent self-governing nation-state. The historical, political, and socioeconomic contributions of Americans of Haitian descent in the United States are examined.

Available topics seminar in the field of American politics. Repeatable with change in content.

Examination of the general nature of the bureaucracy in public and private organization and in various cultural contexts. Attention is given to administrative responsibility.
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