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• POLI 346: Contemporary African Politics

  3.00 Credits

  Coastal Carolina University

  
  This course introduces students to the contemporary political issues of the African continent. It provides understanding(s) of pre-colonial and contemporary governance structures, effects of colonialism, the post-colonial state - the military in politics, "democratization" and Africa in the global economy. Emphasis is also placed on several key issues and analytical approaches to the study of Africa e.g. feminist,environmentalism and modernization theories of conflict and change. Prerequisite:    Take POLI*101;
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• POLI 363: Southern Politics

  3.00 Credits

  Coastal Carolina University

  
  Selected political patterns and trends in the eleven states of the American South, focusing on the post-1950 period. Prerequisite:    Take POLI*201(POLI_201);
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• POLI 366: Public Opinion

  3.00 Credits

  Coastal Carolina University

  
  This coruse will survey important topics in American public opinion. Topics covered will include the formation of opinions, political socialization, how to read and interpret political polls, and how public opinion influences the course of politics in this country. Prerequisite:    Take POLI*201(POLI_201);
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• POLI 368: Campaigns and Elections

  3.00 Credits

  Coastal Carolina University

  
  (3)(Prereq: POLI 201 or permission of the instructor) This course provides an overview of the electoral process in America. We will approach this topic by examining the behavior and actions of candidates and their campaign apparatus, the administration of elections by public officials, voting behavior and participation by citizens, and current trends in academic research. F,S,Su. Prerequisite:    Take POLI*201(7149);
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• POLI 371: Public Policy

  3.00 Credits

  Coastal Carolina University

  
  This course is an introduction to the nature of public policy in the U.S. Topics include theories and models of policymaking, policy formation and implementation by political institutions, and the formation of the policy agenda. A significant focus is placed on the content and design of policy in selected areas, including health, education, welfare, criminal justice, and environmental policy. Prerequisite:    Take POLI*201(POLI_201);
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• POLI 375: Citizenship/Government/Economy

  3.00 Credits

  Coastal Carolina University

  
  (3)(Prereq: POLI 201 or permission of the instructor) A study of the most influential theories of citizenship and political economy. Students will study theories of citizenship, theories of rights and liberties, and the competing conceptions of the proper relationship between government and the economy. F,S,May,Su. Prerequisite:    Take POLI*201(POLI_201);
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• POLI 390: Dyer Fellowship Seminar

  0.00 - 3.00 Credits

  Coastal Carolina University

  
  (0-3 credits)(Restricted to Dyer Public Policy Fellows) This course includes seminars regarding public policy in the U.S., research project management, and content/design of policy in various areas. Tailored topics and lectures are based on the participants' major of study and public policy areas of interest. This course includes lectures, case studies, team-based activities, and projects. Students develop skills to improve their readiness to participate in the Dyer Fellowship Program. Course is Pass/Fail only. F
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• POLI 397: Dyer Institute Fellowship

  0.00 - 3.00 Credits

  Coastal Carolina University

  
  (0-3)(Prereq: permission of the instructor) The Edgar Dyer Institute for Leadership and Public Policy's mission is to engage students in active learning opportunities where they may gain knowledge in various areas of policy research. The institute wishes to bring together a group of Coastal Carolina University students from all colleges and varying degree fields to participate in the Policy Fellowship Program. The goal of the program is to provide students with experience that will connect academic theory to practice, as well as foster the importance of civic-minded citizens. Over the course of the semester, Dyer Fellows enrolled in POLI 397 Q will develop a fully formed research paper on a public policy topic of their interest. Additionally, students will receive specific training on how to craft supplemental resources, including a policy brief, survey tool and a press release. Acceptance into the Dyer Fellows Program is a requirement for admission into this course. F,S.
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• POLI 399: Independent Study

  1.00 - 6.00 Credits

  Coastal Carolina University

  
  (Prereq: Written contract between student and instructor, approved by the Assistant Dean, School of Humanities and Fine Arts.
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• POLI 406: American Political Thought

  3.00 Credits

  Coastal Carolina University

  
  (3) An analysis of the foundation and development of American politics from the early colonial period through current political debates. Emphasis will be placed on American theories of rights, liberties, citizenship, and constitutionalism. F, even years.
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