Introduction to American Institutions

Graduate / Professional

This is a graduate-level course, open to undergraduates, designed to introduce students to research on American political institutions. We examine different explanations for and models of the sources of institutions, discuss their internal organization and governance, and consider the effects of institutions on outcomes of interest. Prerequisites: Students must take PLSC 5000 and PLSC 5180 . M 1:30pm-3:25pm