American Politics, Minor
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PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES
- Substantive Knowledge: Political Science students will demonstrate substantive knowledge of institutions, processes and values that shape politics within and among states, and the major theories, concepts, foundations, and methodologies used in the study of politics. (UG 9)
- Critical Thinking: Political Science students will develop the capacity to think critically about local, state, national, and global politics. (UG 2)
- Effective Communication: Political Science students will be able to present and defend their ideas, the information that they have acquired, and the analyses developed while utilizing scholarly approaches in political science. (UG 1)
- Research Skills: Political Science students will demonstrate competency with basic tools underlying modern social and political science research, including proficiency in both quantitative and qualitative analysis, which will allow students to ask and answer basic political questions. (UG 3, UG 4)
- Engagement in Politics: Political Science students will be prepared for active citizenship and demonstrate an ongoing interest in local, state, national and global politics. (UG 7)
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GPA Requirement
Minor GPA: 2.0 or higher
Minor Requirements
- Students must complete at least 6 credit hours in their minor from SRU
- A minimum of 6 credit hours must be upper division (courses numbered 300 and above)
- A minor shall be no fewer than 18 credits
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| Select six courses from the following – three courses must be 300 level or higher: | 18 | |
| American National Government | ||
| State and Local Government | ||
| Law and Courts | ||
| Organized Political Action | ||
| The Presidency | ||
| The Congress | ||
| Assessing Public Opinion | ||
| The Political Film | ||
| Politics of Race | ||
| Seminar in Religion and Politics | ||
| Gay and Lesbian Politics | ||
| Civil Liberties and Civil Rights | ||
| Campaign Management & Strategy | ||
| Women and Politics | ||
| Constitutional Law | ||
| Total Hours | 18 | |
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Some courses may require pre-requisites. Please see course descriptions to determine if there are any pre-requisites for that specific course.
Important Curriculum Guide Notes
This Curriculum Guide is provided to help SRU students and prospective students better understand their intended major curriculum. Enrolled SRU students should note that the My Rock Audit may place already-earned and/or in progress courses in different, yet valid, curriculum categories. Enrolled SRU students should use the My Rock Audit Report and materials and information provided by their faculty advisers to ensure accurate progress towards degree completion. The information on this guide is current as of the date listed. Students are responsible for curriculum requirements at the time of enrollment at the University.
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Minor in American Politics (68A)
This program is effective as of Fall 2019
Revised 10.20.2022
UCC 10.11.2022