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POLI 120BSociety and Democracy in American Political Development

5 creditsUndergraduateStudent Option

Examines the role of social forces in the development of the American democratic processes and in the changing relationship between citizen and state. Course materials address the ideas, the social tensions, and the economic pressures bearing on social movements, interest groups, and political parties. Note: This course satisfies the American History and Institutions requirement.

Prerequisites

Prerequisite(s): satisfaction of the Entry Level Writing and Composition requirements.

  • Enroll in lecture and associated discussion section.

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When it runs

Fall 2026Open Fall 2026

SectionTypeWhenWhereInstructorSeats
01Lecture
Tue Thu 9:50am–11:25am
Thim Lecture 001M. SpringerWait List 92/100

Winter 2026Open Winter 2026

SectionTypeWhenWhereInstructorSeats
01Lecture
Tue Thu 8:00am–9:35am
Humn Lecture HallM. SpringerClosed 137/150

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