Government 321 - Seminar: Power, Elections, and Regional Politics in Africa

This research seminar examines the political and institutional dynamics of Electoral Integrity Peer Review Mechanisms (EIPRMs) within African Regional Organizations (ROs), with a focus on their role in promoting electoral transparency and accountability. Students engage with literature on regionalism, electoral integrity, and African political development, while also contributing to an ongoing, grant-funded research project. The course combines academic theory with practical research training, emphasizing qualitative research methods such as archival work, process tracing, and policy analysis. Designation: Comparative. Prerequisite: GOV 227, GOV 247, GOV 258, HST 135, HST 157 or HST 158. Restrictions: Juniors and seniors only. Enrollment limited to 12. Instructor permission required.

[CE] JR/SR only; Prereq: GOV 227, 247, 258, HST 135, 157, 158, or 234