B. A. Degree: Government Emphasis - 15 Total Hours
1. Successful completion of general studies requirements for B. A. Degree
2. Successful completion of the degree program below. (36 hours total)
Core Courses:
* GOVT 291: American Government (3 hours)
* HIST 202: U. S. to 1865 (3 hours)
* HIST 203: U. S. since 1865 (3 hours)
* HGP 471: Senior Seminar (3 hours)
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The purposes of the Department of Political Science/Criminal Justice are to prepare students to critically observe, analyze, and understand the complex political world in which they live; to prepare students to recognize and address the problems of our society which affect our governmental and criminal justice systems; and to encourage students to become knowledgeable, active citizens who play a role in the political processes of the nation and the...
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