Emeritus Winter 2025 Schedule

Political Science

 

POL SC E00, Current Events

This course increases older adults’ understanding of local, national, and international current affairs and how it affects their lives as well as the world around them. Older adults consider the political, economic, and social movements that determine domestic and foreign policies in the United States and around the world.

Course Number: 9583 Time: 9:30-11:20 a.m. MLocation: MALBU 119Instructor: Sarkissian RAbove section 9583 meets at the Malibu Campus, 23555 Civic Center Way, Malibu.

Course Number: 9584 Time: 10-11:50 a.m. MLocation: EC 1227 408Instructor: Reiner MThis is a hybrid class. The instructor will provide a Zoom link for those wishing to join remotely.

Course Number: 9585 Time: 2-3:50 p.m. FLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Trives N

Course Number: 9585  Time: 2-3:50 p.m. FLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Johnson J P

Course Number: 9586 Time: 3-4:50 p.m. MLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Sarkissian R

POL SC E50, Technopolitics: Exploring the Intersection of Technology and Governance

This course explores the intricate relationship between technology and politics, analyzing how technological advancements shape political systems, governance, policy-making, and public engagement. Students will examine the impact of technology on political campaigns, information dissemination, surveillance, cybersecurity, citizen participation, and the formulation of government policies. Through case studies, discussions, and critical analysis, students will develop a nuanced understanding of the complexities and implications of technology in the political landscape, including its influence on policy development, implementation, and the functioning of government institutions.

Course Number: 9599 Time: 10-11:50 a.m. ThLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Lepoint O

POL SC E99, Special Studies in Politics

This course increases Emeritus students’ understanding of various subjects that vary from term to term. Students will consider the political, social and economic ramifications of special topics each term, both domestically and around the world. Topics may include such subjects as: America & the World; Health Care in the US; US Economy & Taxes; Global Climate Change; Poverty in America; Housing in California, etc. Check section note for course topic(s).

Course Number: 9601 Time: 9-10:50 a.m. WLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Stern R MThis course increases Emeritus students’ understanding of how politics and governing may or may not interact. Students will consider the political, social, and economic ramifications of different topics. What is covered will depend on what is happening during the term. Each session will feature an outside speaker for about half of each class.