Contact Information

David G. Wittner, Ph.D.
Chair, Government & Politics and International Studies
R308 Romano Hall

(315) 792-3332

Minor in Government 


School of Arts and Sciences

 

The minor in government is designed to provide a focused and in-depth examination of the institutions and processes of American government. It will enable students in those majors where knowledge of, and interaction with, government is essential to develop additional competency. It especially is appropriate for majors in accounting, business, construction management, criminal justice, economics, international studies, journalism, and public relations.

Total credit hours required for minor: 18

CourseCredit Hours
Required Courses
Government and Politics 101Introduction to Politics and American Government3
Government and Politics 212American Political Parties and Elections3
Government and Politics 251Congress and the Legislative Process3
Government and Politics 332Public Administration3
Government and Politics 345Constitutional Law and the Governmental Process 
or 
Government and Politics 346Civil Liberties3
Government and Politics 333American Public Policy3
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