Campaigns and Elections
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Overview
Subject area
PSC
Catalog Number
31228
Course Title
Campaigns and Elections
Department(s)
Description
In the United States, elections are the most consequential contexts for voters to influence their representatives. This course explores the mechanics, strategies, and effects of campaigns and elections in the United States at various levels. Students will examine how institutions such as primaries, electoral rules, and political parties shape candidate behavior, voter turnout, and competition. We will explore campaign finance, media and messaging, polling, and contemporary debates within Political Science on all things related to the subject.
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3