2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin - NMU Bulletin

PS 332 Administrative Law 4 cr.

• Offered: Contact department
• Bulletin Year: 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Review of the legal and political influences on administrative decision-making. General topics include administrative rule-making, due process of law, judicial and congressional checks on administrative agencies and examination of specific areas of administrative law.

PS 331 Judicial Process 4 cr.

• Offered: Winter
• Bulletin Year: 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Introduction to the judiciaries’ participation in the resolution of social conflict. Topics include study of the organization and staffing of courts, examination of judicial power, analysis of the distinctive methods that characterize judicial decision making and appraisal of the proper functions of judges in a constitutional democracy.

PS 321 Politics in Islamic Nations 4 cr.

• Offered: Every other fall
• Prerequisites: EN 211 with a grade of "C" or better and sophomore standing.
• Bulletin Year: 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.
• General Education: This course applies towards the following general education requirement(s):
  • World Cultures University Requirement (WC)

Study of the political ideologies, forces, processes and culture in Islamic countries. Considerable attention is given to the causes and expression of the current Islamist movements, protest and the politics of violence. Major conflicts involving Islamic communities are discussed. Additionally, history and the current state of Western countries’ relationships with Islamic countries is explored.

PS 319 Women and U.S. Politics 4 cr.

• Offered: Winter
• Prerequisites: Sophomore standing or instructor’s permission.
• Bulletin Year: 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

This course will cover a breadth of issues related to women and politics, including level and forms of political participation, public policies related to women and the role of women in American politics and society.

PS 312 War and Peace in the 21st Century 4 cr.

• Offered: Every other fall
• Prerequisites: EN 211 with a grade of "C" or better and sophomore standing.
• Bulletin Year: 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Survey of factors shaping the development of strategic and tactical nuclear forces, combined with the study of theories of nuclear deterrence, arms control and disarmament.

PS 309 State and Local Government 4 cr.

• Offered: Fall
• Bulletin Year: 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.
• General Education: This course applies towards the following general education requirement(s):
  • Perspectives on Society (PERS)

Study of state and local governments, including political systems and politics. Major emphasis is placed on the structure and operation of Michigan government and politics.

PS 307 Principles of Public Administration 4 cr.

• Offered: Every other winter
• Bulletin Year: 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Introduction to theory and practice in the management of public affairs, including the politics of administration, bureaucratic efficiency, personnel, budget and finance and administrative responsibility. Selected case studies used where appropriate.

PS 303 Public Opinion and Voting Behavior 4 cr.

• Offered: Fall
• Bulletin Year: 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Survey of the determinants of voting behavior. The topics of public opinion and voting behavior are approached through a combination of reading and research. Students are provided a basic understanding of appropriate research techniques.

PS 202 Seminar in Public Policy Analysis 4 cr.

• Offered: Fall
• Bulletin Year: 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Basic theories and methods of public policy analysis. Student understanding is accomplished through a series of readings, projects, discussions and lectures on topics of current political importance, such as health, environment, transportation, education and welfare.

PS 299 Model U.N. 2 cr.

• Offered: Winter
• Prerequisites: PS 101 or PS 203 or PS 206 or instructor’s permission.
• Bulletin Year: 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

A simulation involving a comparative analysis of the governments and policies of various nations in the world and how they interact with one another on important issues in the setting of the United Nations. Students accepted for this course will represent NMU at either a regional or national Model U.N. conference. Notes:

May be repeated for credit if topic differs. On transcripts, the course will appear as: Model U.N.-(country's name).