Political Science 103 and History 163

Spring 2005

Lectures on Mondays and Wednesdays (and occasional Fridays), 11:00-11:50

Recitations on Thursdays and Fridays

 

Great Debates in American Democracy

 

Professor Gerald Gamm

Harkness Hall 331

585-275-8573

Office hours: Monday afternoons, 1:00-2:30, and Thursday mornings, 10:00-11:30

 

Recitation leaders: Adam Braveman, Cora Bruemmer, Arnab Datta, Emily Hickey, Bryan Pennington, Matthew Platt, Jessica Stoll, Rachel Wiener, and Dan Wolf

 

Description

In this course, we analyze basic institutions and patterns of behavior in the American political system, drawing on historical as well as contemporary debates.  This course is designed for freshmen considering a major, minor, or cluster in Political Science or History, but it is also appropriate for sophomores, juniors, and seniors who want a basic foundation in American political history and government.

 

 

Announcements - Follow this link for information about the FINAL EXAM and REVIEW SESSIONS.

Apr. 30:  Two model "4" student papers from "CULTURE WAR?" have been posted on the online syllabus.

Apr. 24:  Two model "4" student papers from "CONGRESS AND POLITICAL PARTIES" have been posted on the online syllabus.

Apr. 15:  A model "4" student paper from "CIVIL RIGHTS REVOLUTION" has been posted on the online syllabus.

 

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