GOVT 1111

GOVT 1111

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2017-2018.

A policy-centered approach to the study of government in the American experience.  Considers the American Founding and how it influenced the structure of government;  how national institutions operate in shaping law and public policy; who has a voice in American politics and why some are more influential than others; and how existing public policies themselves influence social, economic, and political power.  Students will gain an introductory knowledge of the founding principles and structure of American government, political institutions, political processes, political behavior, and public policy.

When Offered Fall, summer.

Distribution Category (SBA-AS)
Course Subfield (AM)

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Syllabi: none
  •   Six Week Summer.  Combined with: AMST 1115

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  1192 GOVT 1111   LEC 001

    • MTWRF White Hall 106
    • Jun 25 - Aug 3, 2018
    • Leavitt, C

  • This Summer Session class is offered by the School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions. For details visit http://www.sce.cornell.edu/ss/courses/courses.php?v=651