Political Science 111 - Comparative Politics

An introductory exploration of political systems in several nation states in various parts of the world. Coverage differs depending on the specialties and interests of instructor. Students learn about generalized comparative approaches and political development, political processes and political institutions in each state covered. (Gen.Ed. SB, DG)

Open to first year Investigating Politics RAP students in Wheeler. Students in Investigating Politics RAP in Wheeler Hall will enroll together in "Comparative Politics" (Political Science 111). Why do people sometimes resist political domination, and sometimes enthusiastically accept it? Why do some regions have obscene levels of wealth, while others suffer from devastating poverty? What tools can we use to uncover the power that hides within defining these concepts, and the stories we tell about them? We will explore questions like these in an introduction to the core areas of Comparative Politics, a subfield of Political Science. We will develop the tools needed to critically analyze political processes, and begin to think about your place in the contemporary political world.

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