Yes, there is still time for students to sign up for several great courses in SU15.  Summer courses in political science with open seats include the following – ON-CAMPUS classes:

PS 100: Introduction to Political Science This social sciences general education course surveys the major concepts and approaches employed in the study of politics. Meets TWR 9:30-11:20 Jun 15-Aug 6. CRN: 30313

PS 220: Introduction to Public Policy.  This survey course examines the policy process including adoption, implementation, and evaluation. Topics may include reviews of substantive policy issues such as crime, energy, environment, poverty, foreign policy, civil liberties, or economic regulation. Meets TWR 11:30-1:20 Jun 15-Aug 6. CRN: 30320

PS 240: Introduction to Comparative Politics.  This social sciences general education course surveys the basic concepts and principles of political analysis from a comparative perspective.  Meets TWR 1:30-3:20 Jun 15-Aug 6.  CRN:33112

PS 272: Women and Politics This elective examines the political status and roles of women. Topics include women’s political behavior; feminist and anti-feminist politics; and contemporary legislative and public policy issues, such as educational equity, equal rights legislation, and health care delivery for women. Meets TWR 9:30-11:20 Jun 15-Aug 6. CRN: 38255

PS 280: Introduction to International Relations.  This social sciences general education course examines Structure and processes of international relations, trends in international politics, and the future of the international system. Meets TWR 11:30-1:20 CRN 30322

PS 301: The US Constitution I.  Taught by Professor Seitz, this on-campus class analyzes issues related to judicial interpretation of the constitution; the separation of governmental powers; federalism; checks and balances among the three branches of the national government; and the jurisdiction of federal courts.  Interested students may wish to know that PS 302 – concerning rights and liberties is offered in FA15.  Meets MTWR 11:30-1:50 May 18-Jun 12  CRN: 35595

PS 303: The U.S. Congress Taught by former U.S. Congressman Tim Johnson, this on-campus course examines the legislative function in government; the structure and organization of Congress; legislative procedures; pressure groups and lobbying; the relation of legislature to other branches of government; and problems of legislative reorganization. Meets TW 6:PM-8:50PM Jun 15 – Aug 6  CRN: 32262

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Joseph Hinchliffe, PhD
Director of Undergraduate Studies
Department of Political Science
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign