School of Public Policy 280 - Public Policy
Spring
2026
01
4.00
Brenda Bushouse
TU TH 8:30AM 9:45AM
UMass Amherst
82320
Integ. Learning Center S231
bushouse@umass.edu
81866
Focus on how public policies are made in the U.S., including the role of citizens, interest groups, and government institutions. Emphasis on the processes by which policies are made in various institutions, including the Presidency, Congress, bureaucracy, and courts. Examples cover numerous public policies, such as campaign finance reform, foreign policy, and the environment. (Gen.Ed. SB)
Seats are reserved for Public Policy majors/minors until January 13th