HIST1809
HIST 1809 - The Presidency: Power, Politics, and Policy in the United States (3 Cr.) Civic Life and Ethics, Historical Perspectives
History Department (10968)
TCLA - College of Liberal Arts
HIST 1809 - The Presidency: Power, Politics, and Policy in the United States (3 Cr.) Civic Life and Ethics, Historical Perspectives
Course description
This course explores the emergence, meaning, and evolution of the American presidency. We will examine the nature of presidential power and ask how and why those powers have changed over time. We will explore the impact of politics and political parties on the American presidency. We will consider how presidents shape policy and analyze the relationship between power, politics, and policy.
Minimum credits
3
Maximum credits
3
Is this course repeatable?
No
Grading basis
OPT - Student Option
Lecture
This course fulfills the following Liberal Education requirement(s)
Historical Perspectives, Civic Life and Ethics
Fulfills the writing intensive requirement?
No
Typically offered term(s)
Fall Even Year