Exploration of political, socioeconomic, and cultural developments since the first Polish state, the union with Lithuania, the struggle for independence, and Communist rule to the present. Course Information: Same as HIST 234. Prerequisite(s):ENGL 160 or completion of any 100-level history course. Individual and Society course, and Past course.

Comparison of government and politics of major Western European countries. Topics include political culture, political parties, elections, legislatures, executive arrangements, and the European community. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): POLS 130 or consent of the instructor.