“Analyzing Politics” Instructors

POL-200 — This course introduces students to the discipline of political science. Basic definition of the political process and the fundamental conepts used in studying politics are discussed. The course acquaints students with how political scientists think about society and provides a basis for more sophisticated research and understanding of empirical political theory as well as skills for analyzing political and social issues. Students also will explore the use of statistics and quantitative methods to address research questions.

Chris Gilbert Professor

Dr. Chris Gilbert, professor of political science, teaches courses on U.S. politics, religion and politics, political parties, research methods, state and local government, and a First Term Seminar on the Manhattan Project. His research interests focus on religion and politics in the United States, American third parties, and Minnesota politics…   (continue reading)

Katherine Knutson Assistant Professor

Dr. Kate Knutson earned her BA in Political Science and Sociology from Linfield College in Oregon, and earned her MA and Ph.D. in Political Science from the University of Washington in Seattle in 2005. Her primary areas of interest are American politics, political communication, and public policy, and her research focuses on the impact of religious…   (continue reading)