HONORS SEMINAR ON RACE AND POLITICS IN THE UNITED STATES

POLISCI 481

Course Description

This course examines the sources and policy implications of racial division in American politics by analyzing a range of issues, such as affirmative action in the workplace and in higher education, the use of black majority districts as a means of enhancing representation of minority interests in Congress, differences in public opinion between whites and blacks, and issues concerning multi-racial and ethnic tensions. We will examine the historical background of race relations and the current policy debates, with a focus on trying to find common-ground solutions. The goal of this seminar is to stimulate critical thinking on this important issue, causing students to think about race and politics in new ways.

Prerequisties

Junior standing and declared in an Honors program

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

Not Reported

Offered

Not Reported

Grade Point Average

3.79

1.68% from Historical

Completion Rate

100%

2.13% from Historical

A Rate

58.33%

-8.2% from Historical

Class Size

-37.5% from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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