POLI 100Politics Writing-Intensive Seminar
Focuses on methods and approaches to writing effective and persuasive argumentative essays as a core component of the study of politics. Topics vary by instructor, and consider central concepts and issues in political life. The course material is explored as a means through which to develop basic and advanced skills in writing, as well as in argumentation, analysis, and critical engagement with readings through seminar-style discussions.
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When it runs
Winter 2027Open Winter 2027
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Seminar | Tue Thu 9:50am–11:25am | TBA | B. Read | Open 0/23 |
Fall 2026Open Fall 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Seminar | Tue Thu 1:30pm–3:05pm | Soc Sci 1 149 | D. P. Mathiowetz | Wait List 18/18 |
| 02 | Seminar | Tue Thu 11:40am–1:15pm | Thimann Lab 101 | V. Seth | Closed 19/19 |
Spring 2026Open Spring 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Seminar | Tue Thu 11:40am–1:15pm | Crown Clrm 203 | M. C. Thomas | Closed 23/23 |
Winter 2026Open Winter 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Seminar | Tue Thu 5:20pm–6:55pm | Cowell Acad 223 | B. Read | Closed 15/0 |
Fall 2025Open Fall 2025
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Seminar | Tue Thu 9:50am–11:25am | Merrill Acad 134 | D. J. Wirls | Closed 20/20 |
| 02 | Seminar | Tue Thu 11:40am–1:15pm | Soc Sci 1 153 | T. Serres | Closed 22/20 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benjamin Read | 3.1 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 29% | 43 |
| Dean Mathiowetz | 4.2 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 77% | 131 |
| Megan Thomas | 3.5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 50% | 44 |
| Dan Wirls | 4.2 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 87% | 112 |
| Thomas Serres | 4.6 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 90% | 40 |
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