Student Learning Outcomes

Understand the American constitutional framework and public policy processes.
Understand the history of political thought through the great thinkers and their influence on American liberalism and democracy.
Describe the basic principles of the international system and the United States’ role in it.
Understand the political traditions and cultures of other regions and states.
Locate quality research materials and incorporate them into well-crafted academic papers.
Think critically about the political world.
Speak clearly and confidently, especially about their own political views.