ACTIVISM & POLITICAL ORGANIZATIONS (POL 356)

Term: Spring 2018

Faculty

	Thomas C. EllingtonShow MyInfo popup for Thomas C. Ellington
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Schedule

Mon-Wed-Fri, 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM (1/8/2018 - 5/2/2018) Location: MAIN TATE 206

Description

356: Activism and Political Organizations.
Goal: To have students understand the role of political parties and interest groups in the American political process..
Content: This course examines organizations in the United States that seek to influence public policy outcomes, with a particular focus on parties and interest groups. Students will study the development of these institutions and the tools available to political organizations and grassroots citizens to obtain the policy outcomes they desire.
Taught: Spring. Alternate years.
Credit: 3 hours.