POLI 397
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
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
2
Fixed
2
Fixed
2
Fixed
0
Title
Political Process, Theory, and Thought
Learning Outcome
"Possess a factual and theoretical knowledge of ... political processes." We may discuss less theory than is typical for an upper-division political science course, but your factual knowledge will go through the roof.
Title
Participation in Political Processes
Learning Outcome
"Participate effectively in political processes." You will learn how constituents and lobbyists interact with elected officials to craft policy.
Title
Effective and Professional Writing
Learning Outcome
"Effective and professional writing." You will practice several forms of professional writing in this preparation course, including memos, reports, constituent emails, and so on.
Title
Community Service
Learning Outcome
"Want to serve the communities ... to which [you] belong." Few experiences at BYU provide you with a richer opportunity to serve your fellow citizens than this internship.
