Political Science 305 - Congress&Legsltv Prc

Spring
2026
01
3.00
Samuel Stoddard

TU TH 11:30AM 12:45PM

UMass Amherst
81917
Machmer Hall room W-26
sstoddar@umass.edu
Analysis and evaluation of the U.S. Congress, its structure, procedures, and norms. Emphasis on congressional elections; representation; legislative behavior; the relationship between Congress and the executive branch; and Congress as a source of continuity and a vehicle for change in American politics. Satisfies the Integrative Experience requirement for BA-PolSci majors.

Open to Senior & Junior POLISCI primary majors.

Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.