Politics and Law
Overview
THE POLITICS AND LAW PROGRAM
No matter what field you work in, your organization will be shaped by political and legal questions and decisions.
The Politics and Law major is a multidisciplinary program that allows you to move from being a spectator of political events to an analyst. You will become an active citizen with the capacity to shape decisions and contribute to a successful democratic society. You will complement your major by minoring in Business Administration and learning key principles and concepts essential for all professionals.
As a Politics and Law major, you will benefit from the synergy between liberal arts and business in considering issues such as governmental
social policies, tax policy, labor law, trade policy, environmental regulation, and intellectual property rights.
FUTURE CAREERS, POST-GRAD OPPORTUNITIES
The study of Politics and Law develops valuable skills in analytical thinking, decision-making, and communication. Professional opportunities are available in government service, business, law, education, the nonprofit sector, journalism, and policy analysis. You will also be well prepared to pursue advanced study in law, international relations, political science, or public administration.
POLITICS AND LAW FACULTY
The faculty mix real world experience, in the courtroom, in business settings, and consulting with local, state and national governments, with a wide range of academic knowledge. Their research and teaching expertise range from American to international law, as well as U.S. foreign policy and human rights issues. They are internationally known scholars on legal issues ranging from post-Holocaust trials in Germany to the ethical concerns raised by modern science.
Requirements
For a major:
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First-Year Gateway Experience |
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Global Foundations of Character and Leadership (GFCL100) |
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Global Foundations of Organizations and Business (GFOB100) |
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Writing Workshop (WRIT106) |
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| Bryant IDEA: Innovation and Design Experience for All (IDEA101) | |
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Politics and Law Major Requirements |
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Introduction to Global Politics (POLS/GLOB241) or Honors: Politics of the Global System (POLS/GLOB290) |
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Government and Society in America (POLS256) or Honors: Contemporary American Politics (POLS291) |
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Comparative Politics (POLS361) |
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Western Legal Traditions (LGLS220) |
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Civil Rights and Liberties (LGLS351) |
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Law and Society (LGLS360) |
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Three (3) Electives in the Major from POLS and LGLS (at least 3 credits must be at the 400 level) |
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Seminar in Politics and Law (POLS/LGLS490) |
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Liberal Arts Core Requirements |
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Introduction to Literary Studies (LCS121) |
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Microeconomic Principles (ECO113) |
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Macroeconomic Principles (ECO114) |
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Mathematical Analysis (MATH110) |
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Statistics I (MATH201) |
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Two (2) Humanities Survey Courses |
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*Liberal Arts Distributions – Modes of Thought |
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Two (2) Social Science Modes of Thought |
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Historical Mode of Thought (Upper Division) |
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Literary Mode of Thought (Upper Division) |
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Two (2) Scientific Modes of Thought (Include one Lab Science) (One science course must be taken at the 300 or 400 level) |
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Business Administration Minor Requirements |
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Principles of Financial Accounting (ACG203) |
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Introduction to Information Technology and Analytics (CIS201) |
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Financial Management (FIN201) |
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Management Principles and Practice (MGT200) |
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Foundations of Marketing Management (MKT201) |
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Electives - Subject to programmatic constraints, students may elect to take additional business courses, not to exceed a combined total of 30 credit hours in the College of Business. |
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*Modes of Thought requirements can be met by appropriate courses in the major. |
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A minimum 122 credit hours required for graduation |
To learn more, please contact:
John Dietrich, Ph.D.
Associate Professor and Political Science Coordinator
Department of History and Social Sciences
jdietric@bryant.edu
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Andrea Boggio, J.S.D.
Associate Professor of Legal Studies and Legal Studies Coordinator
Department of History and Social Sciences
aboggio@bryant.edu
RAISING THE BAR
Brian Sears ’15
Studying: Politics and Law/Business Administration
Growing up, Sears admits he argued with his mom a lot – but won most of their arguments. Those around him recognized a future lawyer long before he did.
Sears makes a strong case for Bryant when he conducts campus tours for prospective students, noting that in small classes professors get to know you beginning your first semester.
“I get to show off Bryant, and it makes me love my school even more,” says Sears, who plans to be a prosecutor.
SUCCESSFUL PATH TO LAW SCHOOL
Julien Dumont ’12
Studying at: Wake Forest University School of Law
“Bryant provided me with a rich diversity of experiences that will serve me well as I enter law school,” says this award-winning graduate. “I’ve developed close relationships with professors who have helped guide my academic and personal growth.”
Dumont, who hails from Saint Hubert, Quebec, Canada, completed three internships within the legal system. “These real-life experiences have helped confirm my career choice and provided meaningful insight into the path I wish to follow.”
Dumont is attending Wake Forest University School of Law.
