Public Policy

Courses Taught

• Pub Policy 306 The Public and Its Problems
  Policy design and implementation are obviously of central importance in the policymaking process, but where do ideas for policy solutions come from? This course explores how societies define public policy problems, how and why they choose to respond to those problems, and how they approach policy reform. Special emphasis is placed on the political, historical, and philosophical foundations of policymaking projects and how the pursuit of a better society frames the policymaking process. Prerequisite: PP 221; or permission of the instructor
• Pub Policy 401 Public Policy Capstone Experience
  Topics differ each year. Students read a common core of literature in the field of Public Policy as well as specific readings on the seminar topic. Students also produce a major research project. Prerequisite: POL 221 PP 401 and PHP 401 are cross-listed.