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Political Science .......................................................Bachelor of Arts
Philosophy Curriculum (120 credits)
(Numerals in front of courses indicate credits) FRESHMAN Fall 3 Foundational English/ENGL 101 3 Foundational Philosophy/PHIL 101 3 Foundational Theology/THEO 101 3 Elective 3 Elective 0 Gannon 101/FRSH 101 15
SOPHOMORE Fall 3 Philosophy of God/PHIL 233 3 Integrative Communication 3 Integrative Theology 3 Elective 3 Elective 15
JUNIOR Fall 3 Philosophy of Ethical Responsibility/ PHIL 237 3 Global Language 3 Logic/PHIL 210 3 Quantitative Reasoning 3 Ancient Philosophy/PHIL 271 15
SENIOR Fall 3 Modern Philosophy/PHIL 280 3 Writing Intensive Seminar 3 Professional Ethics and Leadership 3 Elective 3 Elective 15 Spring 3 Integrative Philosophy 3 Global Citizenship 3 Elective 3 Elective 3 Elective
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Spring 3 Philosophy of Knowledge/PHIL 235 3 Integrative English 3-4 Scientific Reasoning 3 Philosophy of Science/PHIL 239 3 Elective 15-16
Spring 3 Medieval Philosophy/PHIL 273 3 Integrative History 3 Aesthetic Reasoning 3 Elective 3 Elective
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Spring 3 Philosophy Seminar/PHIL 400 3 Professional Communication 3 History of Contemporary Phil./PHIL 286 3 Elective 3 Elective 15
10 Upper Level Philosophy Courses 30 hrs.
POLITICAL SCIENCE
ANJALI SAHAY, Ph.D., Program Director FACULTY: Associate Professors: Mark A. Jubulis, Anjali Sahay. Adjunct Faculty: Diane E. Chido.
Vision Statement
The Political Science program seeks to attract talented students who are intellectually curious about political life and global affairs. As a dedicated community of teaching and learning, we strive to promote awareness and understanding of the key perennial questions concerning the
nature of politics. Our efforts will draw strength from Gannon’s Catholic Identity and emphasis on Liberal Learning, and contribute to the enhancement of the intellectual life of the University.
Mission Statement
The Political Science program is dedicated to providing our students with the necessary perspectives to critically and normatively evaluate the wide variety of political regimes that have existed in different time periods and different parts of the world. Our students will develop an understanding of the purpose of politics as the effort to structure a community dedicated to the promotion of justice and the common good. This understanding is developed by making connections across the various academic disciplines, applying moral reasoning to public affairs, and cultivating the virtue of prudence.
Objectives
The Political Science program offers an undergraduate curriculum leading to the Bachelor of Arts degree. It also provides the opportunity for students to pursue a dual major or acquire one or two minors. The program covers the four major subfields of political science: American Politics, Political Theory, Comparative Government and International Relations. The curriculum provides students with the necessary knowledge and skills to succeed in either graduate school or law school, or directly pursue a career in the public, private or not for profit sectors.
Career Opportunities
Individuals with a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science may qualify for administrative and management trainee positions in such fields as legislative and policy research, public relations, personnel work, budget analysis, security investigation, etc. Employment opportunities also include such professional careers as college and university teaching, law, city management, urban planning, public administration, policy research and analysis, foreign service and many other careers with local, national and international organizations both public and private.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
POLI 101: Orientation
A required orientation program for freshman Political Science and Pre-Law concentrators. NC/Fall
POLI 111: U.S. Government and Politics
Constitutional foundations of U.S. Government; structure and functions of Congress, the Presidency, the judiciary; administrative institutions and processes, interest groups and political parties; political behavior, and the electoral process. 3 credits, Fall/Spring
POLI 122: Public Policy Analysis
Principles and practices of policy analysis; emphasis on current national policy issues. 3 credits, Fall/Spring
POLI 133: Introduction to International Relations
Introduction to the nature of international relations, focusing on the role of the state and international institutions; the role of ideology and culture in international affairs; and the nature of the world economy and the process of globalization. 3 credits
POLI 150: Introduction to Model UN
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the history, structure, main bodies, and agencies of the United Nations Organization in contemporary world politics. Students will also learn about the challenges and opportunities that the United Nations faces in the 21st century. Additionally, students will also get opportunities for experiential learning and get trained in Model United Nations by participation in Gannon University Model UN High School Conference. Participation on Gannon Model UN is required. 3 credits
POLI 210: Bureaucracy and Public Administration
Principles and practices of public administration in modern society with a special attention to the administration of the American Federal government. 3 credits
POLI 220: Comparative Government
Principles of comparative political analysis; principles and features of selected European and other non-Western governmental systems. 3 credits
POLI 260: Introduction to Law in Society
Introduction to legal institutions and processes; evolution of the American legal system; major substantive areas of law; legal reasoning and the adversarial process; and, the role of attorneys and courts in American society. Cross listed with PLAW 111 3 credits
POLI 311: State and Local Government
Institutions and processes of state and local government with special focus upon Pennsylvania. 3 credits
POLI 312: Parties and Political Behavior
The electoral and governmental functions of American political parties, with consideration given to party systems at national and local levels, and the study of campaigns and elections. 3 credits
POLI 315: Congress and Legislative Process
The structure, functions and the role of Congress in both the policy process and the nation’s political life. 3 credits
POLI 317: The American Presidency
Institution, politics, personality, and policies of the president. 3 credits
POLI 322-325: Regional Studies
Political structures and regional features of a select area of the world, such as Russia and Eastern Europe, the European Union, Latin America, Africa, or Asia. 3 credits
POLI 326: Asian Politics and Culture
This course examines the political, historical, cultural, socio-economic, and geographic traits that distinguish this region and shapes its domestic political processes, interstate, and international relations. 3 credits
POLI 331: Urban Politics and Public Policy
The American urban political process and public policy. Community structure and the distribution and use of power. 3 credits
POLI 332: Comprehensive Urban Planning
Consideration of the economic, political and social determinants of comprehensive urban land use planning. 3 credits
POLI 340: Theories of International Relations
Analysis of major theoretical approaches to study of international relations and evaluation of competing paradigms which claim to explain the nature of post-ColdWar international relations. Prerequisite: POLI 133 3 credits
POLI 341: International Law and World Order
This course addresses contemporary issues in international law and world order. Course will enhance students’ comprehension of topics such as human rights, genocide, non-proliferation, terrorism, international criminal court and other conflicts. 3 credits
POLI 343: U.S. Foreign Policy
Historical and intellectual foundations of contemporary U.S. foreign policy. 3 credits
POLI 345: Globalization and World Politics
Course will explore the global contours of economic, political, technological, security, cultural, migratory, linguistic, and environmental aspects of globalization. 3 credits
POLI 350: Constitutional Law and the Judicial Process
Processes of constitutional development and interpretation; the Judicial system; judicial review; the federal system; Presidency: office and powers; powers of Congress. 3 credits, Fall
POLI 351: Civil Liberties and Civil Rights
Constitutional basis of civil liberties; freedom of speech and press; freedom of association, religious liberty and the separation of church and state; federal and state procedural due process; substantive due process; equal protection of the laws. 3 credits, Spring
POLI 357: Legal Analysis and Persuasion
Legal analysis and persuasion will introduce the student to the fundamentals of legal thinking; including the critical examination of case law and other written materials. Applying this legal analysis, students will learn to persuade a targeted audience in both written and oral forms. Classroom exercises include briefs, mock appellate arguments and/or mock trial. Cross listed with PLAW 357 3 credits
POLI 360: Political Theory
The Classical and Christian tradition of political theory and philosophy. Reading and discussion of select works of Plato, Aristotle, St. Augustine, St. Thomas Aquinas and Machiavelli. Modern Political Theory and philosophy. Reading and discussion of select works, including writings of Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, John Stuart Mill, and Marx. 3 credits
POLI 390-394: Special Topics
Such as Political Rhetoric and Leadership, Presidential Campaigns and Elections, Nationalism and Ethnic Conflict, and Totalitarianism. 1-3 credits POLI 395-399: Independent Study 1-3 credits
POLI 400: Political Analysis Senior Coordinating Seminar
The Coordinating Seminar is designed to enhance and integrate the student’s comprehension of politics; and to develop further, critical and analytical skills in reading, writing and research. 3 credits
PSGA 350: PSGA Internship
The PSGA internship gives students an opportunity to gain important experience beyond the classroom through work at a governmental or private agency concerned with public policy. The course can be taken in any semester (fall and spring) as well as during the summer term for academic credit ranging from 1-12 hours. A student may register for up to 12 credits of Internship. Six credits will satisfy “PSGA Core Electives.” Credits beyond this will fall under “Free Electives.” If the situation arises where more credits are justified, the student will need to seek individual approval from the PSGA director for any credits, above 12 credits. 1-12 credits
Semester or summer internships in Washington, DC are available to all majors for academic credit through Gannon’s affiliation with the Washington Center.
Legal Studies: Law and Politics
Students pursuing this track will take most of the required courses in the Political Science major, but will substitute two legal courses, Introduction to Law and Society and Legal Analysis and Persuasion, for two upper level Political Science courses. Students who intend to go on to law school are encouraged to complete the Legal Studies Certificate. The certificate can be completed within the four year program by using those courses as the allowable cognates and electives offered in the Political Science Program.
If the pre-law school student does not want to complete the certificate, they are encouraged to take some of the Legal Studies courses so that they can learn skills that could enable them to find summer employment and/or part-time employment in legal settings. Some helpful courses would include Legal Research and Writing I and II, Public Records Research, and Computers in Law.
Political Science Curriculum
(Numerals in front of courses indicate credits) FRESHMAN Fall 3 Foundational English/ENGL 101 or Philosophy/PHIL 101 3 Global Language 3 Foundational Theology/THEO 101 3 Elective 3 Intro to US Government/POLI 111 0 Orientation/POLI 101 0 Gannon 101/FRSH 101 15
SOPHOMORE Fall 3 Introduction to Model UN/POLI 150 3 Global Citizenship 3 Integrative Communication 3 Integrative Philosophy 3 Elective 15
JUNIOR Fall 3 Internship/PSGA 350 3 Professional Leadership/Ethics 3 Global Citizenship 3 Quantitative Reasoning 3 Elective 15
SENIOR Fall 3 Writing Intensive Requirement/ PSGA 400 3 POLI Upper Level 3 POLI Upper Level 3 Elective 3 Elective 15 Spring 3 Integrative Theology 3 Global Citizenship or Global Language 3 Foundational Philosophy/PHIL 101 or English/ENGL 101 3 Introduction to International Relations/ POLI 133 3 Elective
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Spring 3 Comparative Government/POLI 220 3 Integrative English 3 Scientific Reasoning 3 POLI Upper Level 3 Elective 15
Spring 3 Internship or Elective/PSGA 350 3 Integrative History 3 Professional Communication 3 Aesthetic Reasoning 3 Elective 15
Spring 3 POLI Upper Level 3 POLI Upper Level 3 POLI Upper Level 3 Elective 3 Elective
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