PAF 9100
Introduction to Public Affairs · 3 credits · Fall 2026
Requirements
Prereq: Open to Austin W. Marxe School of Public and International Affairs students; others with Marxe School permission.
About this course
The course is an introduction to politics, government, and public policy in the U.S. It provides a rigorous, scholarly, yet practical view of governmental institutions, policy making, administration, and contemporary public policy. Attention is given to the role of governmental and nongovernmental actors, as well as the influence of history, culture, public opinion, and political economy. Students develop skills in thinking critically and writing clearly about issues of public importance.
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