Consent of instructor. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 credits.

Consent of instructor. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 credits.

Governments in democratic countries are expected to implement policies that the citizens want. Yet the ways in which politicians represent citizens' interests differ tremendously from one democracy to another. In this course, we will study countries around the world, including Western Europe and Latin America, to examine three central questions: 1) What are the different rules that determine how citizens elect their representatives? 2) How are policy decisions made in different political systems? 3) Do these differences matter?

A general introduction to the domestic politics of countries in the various regions of the world, with an emphasis on the concepts used to understand why political issues and processes differ across developed and developing nations. Students also learn how domestic politics are shaped by super-national institutions and by national integration into a global economy.

An introduction to world politics, with an emphasis on conflict and compromise at the international level but also considering domestic political interactions with global consequences. Students learn how social scientists analyze international relations in a variety of policy areas, including both military/defense and economic.

An introduction to world politics, with an emphasis on conflict and compromise at the international level but also considering domestic political interactions with global consequences. Students learn how social scientists analyze international relations in a variety of policy areas, including both military/defense and economic.

An introduction to world politics, with an emphasis on conflict and compromise at the international level but also considering domestic political interactions with global consequences. Students learn how social scientists analyze international relations in a variety of policy areas, including both military/defense and economic.

An introduction to world politics, with an emphasis on conflict and compromise at the international level but also considering domestic political interactions with global consequences. Students learn how social scientists analyze international relations in a variety of policy areas, including both military/defense and economic.

This course is designed to foster students' early careers in politics and enhance their experience as an intern in Washington, DC. To those ends, the course has several core goals. First, the course will allow students to learn about the varied career opportunities available in public service and government. Second, it will connect students with University of Kentucky alumni who can serve as contacts and mentors for students as they navigate their careers. Third, it will allow students to reflect on their experiences as interns and how it may affect their career aspirations.

A survey of the actors in American government and society who shape the meaning of the law, focusing especially on the judiciary. The course will outline the structure of the judicial system - including both state and federal courts - as well as the judicial process followed within that system. Prepares students for advanced study in public law and judicial politics.