Wheaton College Norton, Massachusetts
Wheaton College
Political Science

Academics

Political Science 391. Advocacy and the Governmental Process

This course is designed to give students exposure to the advocacy process within a not-for-profit organization that is attempting to influence state government. Students will develop familiarity with the practices of politics and public policy through study and hands-on experience, and will learn to read, analyze and draft legislative or administrative documents. Students will evaluate how those involved in political advocacy roles can advance society’s best interests. Fieldwork will take place in Massachusetts or Rhode Island State Legislatures.