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Government and Politics of the United States

Course #: POLSCI 102

Description:
An introduction to the structures, processes, and results of the American governmental system. The course focuses on the national government and national political behavior, although state, regional, and local structures and issues are also introduced. Topics include institutions of government, political principles and ideologies, public opinion, political socialization, political parties, mass media, elections, interest groups, civil rights and civil liberties, public policies and policy making.

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2026 Fall

Section Class Number Schedule/Time Instructor Location
01 10180 MWF
11:00 - 11:50 am
Boldt,Ethan University Hall Y02-2110
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 09/08/2026 - 12/11/2026
Capacity: 80
Enrolled: 80
Status: Closed
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes: 123 - Traditional Cost Materials
Pre Requisites:
Course Attributes: Mid-Term Roster course, Social & Behavioral Sciences, Stay On Track
01D 10161 F
1:00 - 1:50 pm
Gomez-Espinal,Jose University Hall Y02-2110
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 09/08/2026 - 12/11/2026
Capacity: 40
Enrolled: 22
Status: Open
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites:
Course Attributes: Mid-Term Roster course, Social & Behavioral Sciences, Stay On Track
02 3468 MW
1:00 - 1:50 pm
Gomez-Espinal,Jose University Hall Y02-2110
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 09/08/2026 - 12/11/2026
Capacity: 80
Enrolled: 24
Status: Open
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes: 123 - Traditional Cost Materials
Pre Requisites:
Course Attributes: Mid-Term Roster course, Social & Behavioral Sciences, Stay On Track
02D 10169 F
2:00 - 2:50 pm
Gomez-Espinal,Jose McCormack M03-0407
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 09/08/2026 - 12/11/2026
Capacity: 40
Enrolled: 2
Status: Open
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites:
Course Attributes: Mid-Term Roster course, Social & Behavioral Sciences, Stay On Track
03 4618 TuTh
9:30 - 10:45 am
Coscia,Caroline Wheatley-Peters W01-0004
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 09/08/2026 - 12/11/2026
Capacity: 50
Enrolled: 50
Status: Closed
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes: 120 - No Cost OER Materials
Pre Requisites:
Course Attributes: Mid-Term Roster course, Social & Behavioral Sciences, Stay On Track

2026 Spring

Section Class Number Schedule/Time Instructor Location
01 2373 MWF
10:00 - 10:50 am
Coscia,Caroline Wheatley-Peters W01-0004
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 01/26/2026 - 05/13/2026
Capacity: 50
Enrolled: 50
Status: Closed
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes: Note number 120:,This course uses Open Educational Resources (OER) course material. There is no cost for the course material for this course.
Pre Requisites:
Course Attributes: Mid-Term Roster course, Social & Behavioral Sciences, Stay On Track
02 3983 TuTh
8:00 - 9:15 am
Gomez-Espinal,Jose University Hall Y02-2330
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 01/26/2026 - 05/13/2026
Capacity: 65
Enrolled: 43
Status: Open
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes: 7 seats for the Coast Guard Scholars.Note number 120: ,This course uses Open Educational Resources (OER) course material. There is no cost for the course material for this course. For more information about OER, please visit open.umb.edu.
Pre Requisites:
Course Attributes: Mid-Term Roster course, Social & Behavioral Sciences, Stay On Track

2026 Summer

Section Class Number Schedule/Time Instructor Location
01 2626
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Boldt,Ethan On-line course
Session: SS2 6W
Class Dates: 07/13/2026 - 08/20/2026
Capacity: 30
Enrolled: 24
Status: Open
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites:
Course Attributes: Mid-Term Roster course, Social & Behavioral Sciences, Stay On Track