Political Research Seminar (395-0-24)

Topic

How to Fix U.S Politics

Instructors

Andrew L Roberts
Scott, #205
Office Hours: http://www.polisci.northwestern.edu/undergraduate/advising.html

Meeting Info

University Hall 412: Thurs 9:30AM - 12:20PM

Overview of class

This class will consider ways to improve American politics. We will ask whether our country's problems lie in the functioning of our political institutions or in our society and culture, whether in our elites or in the people. Topics to be considered include elections, Congress and the Presidency, polarization, and inequality. Each class will consider a diagnosis of a particular problem, theories about the roots of the problem, and potential solutions to the problem. The final research project will evaluate a potential solution to our problems.

Registration Requirements

Political Science junior/seniors only

Learning Objectives

Students will learn about major theories of American politics, historical and current trends in American politics, and gain practical experience in conducting research in political science

Teaching Method

Seminar

Evaluation Method

Short exercises; class participation and presentations; final research paper

Class Materials (Required)

None

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Reserved for Political Science students who are Juniors or Seniors