A general introduction to the American national political process--its foundations, external influences, institutions, political actors, and policymaking.

An introduction to the contemporary relations among states with a consideration of the issues of war and peace, international organizations, law, integration, political economy, interdependence, and relations among the superpowers.

Provides a basic introduction to the political process at the state and municipal level, examining the role of the individual citizen, various groups, and governmental institutions. Attention is given to the special policy needs at the state and community level, their links with the federal government, and the particular character of local politics.

Provides an introduction to the interdisciplinary field of Public Administration. Subjects to be considered include the role of the public service in society, public service values and ethics, accountability and political control of the public service, the budgetary process, organizational forms in government, human resources, principles of public management, and new forms of delivering government services.

Provides a general introduction to the public policy process in the United States, including an exploration of the socio-economic and cultural context, the defining characteristics of the political system, and various phases in the policy process. Special attention is given to selected policy issues such as energy and the environment, criminal justice, poverty, health care, and immigration.

This seminar course examines the challenges facing world security in the twenty-first century, including arms proliferation, ecological threats, economic globalization, ethnic conflict, resource scarcity, political economy, and human rights.

An introduction to the political dimension of life from a biblically-oriented perspective. Examines the components (political culture, ideology, institutions, etc.) that shape and direct the principles and practice of politics in the contemporary world. Examination of several contemporary policy areas are used to illustrate contrasting responses and to stimulate student thinking about development of a Christian political consciousness.