States and Markets

PLTC 125

This course introduces political economy, the study of how political power shapes economic institutions and outcomes, and how economic forces in turn shape politics and society. We begin with foundational questions, including: What is a state, and what is a market? How do states enable, discipline, …

Senior Thesis

PLTC 457

Discussion of methods of research and writing, oral reports, and regular individual consultation with instructors. Students undertake a one-semester thesis by registering for PLTC 457 in the fall semester. Majors writing an honors thesis register for both PLTC 457 and 458. Prerequisite(s): one 300-l…