APOL 250 Field Experience in Applied Politics I
The course will combine one -hour weekly class meetings and a minimum of 20 hours of field work per credit hour. Principle focus of the fieldwork will be on students gaining experience at the most basic level of a political organization. We believe this to be essential for a fundamental understanding of how to run an effective campaign. Class meetings will consist of lectures, topical reading assignments, student reports, and discussion. Content will vary according to the specific fieldwork assignments of students enrolled in the course. The course is recommended for students in the second semester of their freshman year or during their sophomore year. May be repeated for credit, up to a total of five credit hours. Prerequisite: Must be an Applied Politics major or have approval of the instructor.