POLI 397

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Utah Legislative Politics

Political Science College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Course Description

Preparatory seminar for students in the Utah State Legislature internship. Utah history and political structure. Relations between legislature and other branches of government. Challenges of legislative service.

When Taught

Winter

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2

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2

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Title

The Legislature and Constitutional Governance

Learning Outcome

Evaluate legislative politics and constitutional governance using political science concepts.

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Understanding Legislation

Learning Outcome

Summarize and explain proposed legislation.

Title

Effective and Professional Communication

Learning Outcome

Communicate professionally both orally and in writing.

Title

Strategies for Change

Learning Outcome

Develop workable strategies to enact desired reforms.

Title

Effective Participation

Learning Outcome

Participate effectively in the political process.