Montana Government and Politics

Catalog description

Offered intermittently. Prereq., PSCI 210S . This course offers an overview of Montana politics and government, with a focus on the state’s political history, constitutional structure, political institutions, campaigns and elections, and contemporary policy issues. Upon successful completion of this course, students should: 1) understand the origins and nature of Montana’s constitutional system; 2) appreciate key moments in Montana political history and how they have influenced the state’s contemporary political culture and public policy debates; 3) and have improved their research, writing, and oral presentation skills.