Summer 2013

Summer 2013 Schedule


2013 Summer Academy of Intensive Graduate Courses

The Department of Political Science at the University of Alaska Anchorage presents a Summer Academy of Intensive Graduate Courses for Social Studies Teachers June 10 to July 14, 2013.

Each course meets for fourteen hours: Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 9.00 to 11.00 a.m. and (after a break for lunch) from 12.00 noon to 2.00 p.m., Thursday from 9.00 to 11.00 a.m. for review and conclusion, and for two more hours Sunday from 6.00 to 8.00 p.m. for the final examination. Reading assignments are distributed in advance. At the instructor's discretion, papers may be due up to two weeks after the examination.

For more information, e‐mail Professor Forrest A. Nabors, Director, 2013 Summer Academy, fanabors@uaa.alaska.edu.

 

Summer Semester 2013

  1. Political Science (PS)

  2. Course Number Course Name Credits
  3. A101 *Intro to American Government 3.0
    1. Days Time Location Instructor Open Seats
    2.        
      DISTANCE
      Hohman-Billmeier, K 4

      CRN: 51990
      Section: 501
      Date Range: 05/20-06/24

      An introduction to the historical and constitutional foundations of American government; the political activities of parties, groups, and the media; public decision-making by the executive, Congress, and the courts; and current economic, environmental, social, and foreign issues and policies.

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    3.        
      DISTANCE
      Hohman-Billmeier, K 10

      CRN: 51991
      Section: 502
      Date Range: 06/27-08/03

      An introduction to the historical and constitutional foundations of American government; the political activities of parties, groups, and the media; public decision-making by the executive, Congress, and the courts; and current economic, environmental, social, and foreign issues and policies.

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    An introduction to the historical and constitutional foundations of American government; the political activities of parties, groups, and the media; public decision-making by the executive, Congress, and the courts; and current economic, environmental, social, and foreign issues and policies.

  4. A102 *Intro to Political Science 3.0
    1. Days Time Location Instructor Open Seats
    2.        
      DISTANCE
      Pace, K 8

      CRN: 51992
      Section: 501
      Date Range: 05/20-06/24

      The exploration of basic principles and processes of major branches of the discipline of political science, including American government, comparative politics, international relations and political philosophy.

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    3.        
      DISTANCE
      Pace, K 22

      CRN: 51993
      Section: 502
      Date Range: 06/27-08/03

      The exploration of basic principles and processes of major branches of the discipline of political science, including American government, comparative politics, international relations and political philosophy.

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    The exploration of basic principles and processes of major branches of the discipline of political science, including American government, comparative politics, international relations and political philosophy.

  5. A341 The United States Congress 3.0
    1. Days Time Location Instructor Open Seats
    2.        
      DISTANCE
      Nabors, F 9

      CRN: 51996
      Section: 501
      Date Range: 06/27-08/03

      Examines the organization of the U.S. Congress and its role in the American political system. Topics include theories of representative government, the internal dynamics of Congress, and forces that influence its ability to act within the constitutional system.

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    Examines the organization of the U.S. Congress and its role in the American political system. Topics include theories of representative government, the internal dynamics of Congress, and forces that influence its ability to act within the constitutional system.

  6. A342 The American Presidency 3.0
    1. Days Time Location Instructor Open Seats
    2.        
      DISTANCE
      Nabors, F 20

      CRN: 52710
      Section: 501
      Date Range: 05/20-06/24

      Examines executive branch of the U.S. government. Course focuses on the constitutional design and evolution of the office, theories of presidential power, relations with Congress, and contemporary presidential policymaking.

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    Examines executive branch of the U.S. government. Course focuses on the constitutional design and evolution of the office, theories of presidential power, relations with Congress, and contemporary presidential policymaking.

  7. A343 Constitutional Law 3.0
    1. Days Time Location Instructor Open Seats
    2.  M W    06:15PM-10:15PM
      SSB 213
      Pace, K 3

      CRN: 51997
      Section: 351
      Date Range: 05/20-06/24

      Introduces students to American constitutional law through a study of the history of the Constitution and selected landmark Supreme Course cases. Topics covered are separation of powers, judicial review, civil rights and liberties, property and economic rights and others.
      Crosslisted with JUST A343.

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    Introduces students to American constitutional law through a study of the history of the Constitution and selected landmark Supreme Course cases. Topics covered are separation of powers, judicial review, civil rights and liberties, property and economic rights and others.
    Crosslisted with JUST A343.

  8. A351 *Political Sociology 3.0
    1. Days Time Location Instructor Open Seats
    2.        
      DISTANCE
      Burnett, G 6

      CRN: 51998
      Section: 551
      Date Range: 05/20-06/24

      Introduction to the social aspects of politics and the nature and distribution of power in society. Examination of the dynamic relationship of the political process and the institutions of society.
      Crosslisted with SOC A351.

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    Introduction to the social aspects of politics and the nature and distribution of power in society. Examination of the dynamic relationship of the political process and the institutions of society.
    Crosslisted with SOC A351.

  9. A353 Political Behav, Partic, Democ 3.0
    1. Days Time Location Instructor Open Seats
    2.        
      DISTANCE
      Nabors, F 21

      CRN: 51999
      Section: 501
      Date Range: 05/20-06/24

      Examines variety of democratic systems and explores their influence on political participation and behavior.

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    Examines variety of democratic systems and explores their influence on political participation and behavior.

  10. A355 Women in Politics 3.0
    1. Days Time Location Instructor Open Seats
    2.        
      DISTANCE
      Hohman-Billmeier, K 11

      CRN: 52711
      Section: 551
      Date Range: 05/20-06/24

      Examines the roles of women in the political world from local, state, national and international perspectives. The nature of women's political roles will be studied from both historical and contemporary perspectives.
      Crosslisted with WS A355

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    Examines the roles of women in the political world from local, state, national and international perspectives. The nature of women's political roles will be studied from both historical and contemporary perspectives.
    Crosslisted with WS A355

  11. A490 Studies in Politics 1.0
    1. Days Time Location Instructor Open Seats
    2.  MTWR   09:00AM-11:00AM
      UC 113
      Burnett, G 17

      CRN: 53108
      Section: 352
      Date Range: 06/17-06/20
      Section Title: Framing of US Constitution

      An examination of an aspect of politics from the perspective of a major field in the political science discipline (comparative politics, international relations, political philosophy, American politics, and political behavior). Field and subject studied will vary from year to year.
      Special Note: Subtitle varies; may be repeated with different subtitles.
      Registration Restrictions: Junior standing.
      May be stacked with: PS A690

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    3.  MTWR   12:00PM-2:00PM
      UC 113
      Burnett, G 17

      CRN: 53108
      Section: 352
      Date Range: 06/17-06/20
      Section Title: Framing of US Constitution

      An examination of an aspect of politics from the perspective of a major field in the political science discipline (comparative politics, international relations, political philosophy, American politics, and political behavior). Field and subject studied will vary from year to year.
      Special Note: Subtitle varies; may be repeated with different subtitles.
      Registration Restrictions: Junior standing.
      May be stacked with: PS A690

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    4. S       06:00PM-8:00PM
      UC 113
      Burnett, G 17

      CRN: 53108
      Section: 352
      Date Range: 06/23-06/23
      Section Title: Framing of US Constitution

      An examination of an aspect of politics from the perspective of a major field in the political science discipline (comparative politics, international relations, political philosophy, American politics, and political behavior). Field and subject studied will vary from year to year.
      Special Note: Subtitle varies; may be repeated with different subtitles.
      Registration Restrictions: Junior standing.
      May be stacked with: PS A690

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    5. S       06:00PM-8:00PM
      UC 114
      Muller, J 18

      CRN: 53115
      Section: 354
      Date Range: 07/07-07/07
      Section Title: Meaning-Declaration of Indepen

      An examination of an aspect of politics from the perspective of a major field in the political science discipline (comparative politics, international relations, political philosophy, American politics, and political behavior). Field and subject studied will vary from year to year.
      Special Note: Subtitle varies; may be repeated with different subtitles.
      Registration Restrictions: Junior standing.
      May be stacked with: PS A690

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    6.  MTWR   12:00PM-2:00PM
      UC 114
      Nabors, F 17

      CRN: 53117
      Section: 355
      Date Range: 07/15-07/18
      Section Title: Lincoln-Douglas Debates

      An examination of an aspect of politics from the perspective of a major field in the political science discipline (comparative politics, international relations, political philosophy, American politics, and political behavior). Field and subject studied will vary from year to year.
      Special Note: Subtitle varies; may be repeated with different subtitles.
      Registration Restrictions: Junior standing.
      May be stacked with: PS A690

      More Info

    An examination of an aspect of politics from the perspective of a major field in the political science discipline (comparative politics, international relations, political philosophy, American politics, and political behavior). Field and subject studied will vary from year to year.
    Special Note: Subtitle varies; may be repeated with different subtitles.
    Registration Restrictions: Junior standing.
    May be stacked with: PS A690

  12. A495 Internship Political Science 3.0
    1. Days Time Location Instructor Open Seats
    2.        
      ARR
      Pace, K 5

      CRN: 52001
      Section: 301
      Date Range: 05/20-08/03

      Students apply the subject matter of political science in an agency or community setting.
      Special Note: Internships vary; may be repeated once for credit with a different internship.
      Registration Restrictions: Junior standing. Faculty permission required.

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    Students apply the subject matter of political science in an agency or community setting.
    Special Note: Internships vary; may be repeated once for credit with a different internship.
    Registration Restrictions: Junior standing. Faculty permission required.

  13. A690 Studies in Politics 1.0
    1. Days Time Location Instructor Open Seats
    2.  MTWR   09:00AM-11:00AM
      UC 113
      Burnett, G 12

      CRN: 53109
      Section: 352
      Date Range: 06/17-06/20
      Section Title: Framing of US Constitution

      An examination of an aspect of politics from the perspective of a major field in the political science discipline (comparative politics, international relations, political philosophy, American politics, and political behavior). Field and subject studied will vary from year to year.
      Special Note: Subtitle varies; may be repeated with different subtitles.
      May be stacked with: PS A490

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    3.  MTWR   12:00PM-2:00PM
      UC 113
      Burnett, G 12

      CRN: 53109
      Section: 352
      Date Range: 06/17-06/20
      Section Title: Framing of US Constitution

      An examination of an aspect of politics from the perspective of a major field in the political science discipline (comparative politics, international relations, political philosophy, American politics, and political behavior). Field and subject studied will vary from year to year.
      Special Note: Subtitle varies; may be repeated with different subtitles.
      May be stacked with: PS A490

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    4. S       06:00PM-8:00PM
      UC 113
      Burnett, G 12

      CRN: 53109
      Section: 352
      Date Range: 06/23-06/23
      Section Title: Framing of US Constitution

      An examination of an aspect of politics from the perspective of a major field in the political science discipline (comparative politics, international relations, political philosophy, American politics, and political behavior). Field and subject studied will vary from year to year.
      Special Note: Subtitle varies; may be repeated with different subtitles.
      May be stacked with: PS A490

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    5.  MTW    09:00AM-11:00AM
      UC 114
      Muller, J 11

      CRN: 53116
      Section: 354
      Date Range: 07/01-07/03
      Section Title: Meaning-Declaration of Indepen

      An examination of an aspect of politics from the perspective of a major field in the political science discipline (comparative politics, international relations, political philosophy, American politics, and political behavior). Field and subject studied will vary from year to year.
      Special Note: Subtitle varies; may be repeated with different subtitles.
      May be stacked with: PS A490

      More Info

    6.  MTW    12:00PM-2:00PM
      UC 114
      Muller, J 11

      CRN: 53116
      Section: 354
      Date Range: 07/01-07/03
      Section Title: Meaning-Declaration of Indepen

      An examination of an aspect of politics from the perspective of a major field in the political science discipline (comparative politics, international relations, political philosophy, American politics, and political behavior). Field and subject studied will vary from year to year.
      Special Note: Subtitle varies; may be repeated with different subtitles.
      May be stacked with: PS A490

      More Info

    7. S       06:00PM-8:00PM
      UC 114
      Muller, J 11

      CRN: 53116
      Section: 354
      Date Range: 07/07-07/07
      Section Title: Meaning-Declaration of Indepen

      An examination of an aspect of politics from the perspective of a major field in the political science discipline (comparative politics, international relations, political philosophy, American politics, and political behavior). Field and subject studied will vary from year to year.
      Special Note: Subtitle varies; may be repeated with different subtitles.
      May be stacked with: PS A490

      More Info

    8.        
      ARR
      Nabors, F 12

      CRN: 53118
      Section: 355
      Date Range: 07/22-08/03
      Section Title: Lincoln-Douglas Debates

      An examination of an aspect of politics from the perspective of a major field in the political science discipline (comparative politics, international relations, political philosophy, American politics, and political behavior). Field and subject studied will vary from year to year.
      Special Note: Subtitle varies; may be repeated with different subtitles.
      May be stacked with: PS A490

      More Info

    An examination of an aspect of politics from the perspective of a major field in the political science discipline (comparative politics, international relations, political philosophy, American politics, and political behavior). Field and subject studied will vary from year to year.
    Special Note: Subtitle varies; may be repeated with different subtitles.
    May be stacked with: PS A490

* - Course meets a GER requirement