Political Science Faculty

	Dr. Lee March Professor of Political Science Dr. March received his B.A. in Political Science and M.A. in Human Resource Management from Truman State University.  He received his Ph.D. in Political Science from the University of Missouri.  His areas of specialty include American Government and the Vietnam War.  Dr. March is the author of If You Ain't Cav, (Jona Books, 2005).  He conducts a biennial student trip to Vietnam during the summer and is continuing his research into the Vietnam War and its impact on current U.S. foreign policy.  He directs the Vietnam Veterans Oral History Project at Young Harris College. Email Dr. March at leem@yhc.edu
	Dr. Thomas Stearns Professor of History and Political Science Dr. Thomas Stearns' graduate work in Political Science includes study in Comparative (Third World) Governments at Purdue University, and a Constitutional Law series completed at the University of Arkansas. Email Dr. Stearns at tstearns@yhc.edu
	Dr. John Wells Professor of Political Science Dr. Wells received his M.A. and Ph.D. in Political Science at the University of Tennessee.  His areas of specialty include Modern Political Theory and Constitutional Law.  He has authored numerous articles and book chapters dealing with such topics as the role of religion in American political life, the church's response to the Holocaust, and civil liberties.  He is the co-editor of American National Security and Civil Liberties in an Era of Terrorism, (Palgrave, 2004).  He serves as the College's Provost and Vice President for Academic Services. Email Dr. Wells at jwells@yhc.edu

Classes

101 American Government - 3 semester hours credit
The constitutional and political structures of our national and state governments are appraised in this course. Present events are treated in light of their constitutional background. The content of this course satisfies the state legislative requirements concerning the Georgia Constitution.

201 Introduction to Politics - 3 semester hours credit
This course is designed to connect the formal study of politics to the broader liberal arts curriculum.  Whereas the other political science courses are primarily focused on policy and institutions, this course examines the broader history of the ideas that constitute the discipline of political science.

203 The Vietnam War: Lessons Unlearned - 3 semester hours credit
This course examines key political and military events that shaped America's 30-year involvement in the Vietnam Wars.  In addition to studying factors such as colonialism and the Cold War, the course will also explore the lasting legacies of Vietnam with special emphasis on current American military ventures.

203T The Vietnam Travel Experience - 3 semester hours credit
This course consists of a two-week guided tour of Vietnam following the spring semester every second year.  Encompassing the length and breadth of the country, the trip focuses on America's involvement in the Vietnam War of the 1960's and 1970's.  It also explores the culture of the Vietnamese people as well as the vibrancy of a developing Asian nation.  While it is not required that the student have taken POL 203, it is highly recommended.  There is an additional cost of approximately $3,500 for the trip.

204 Introduction to the American Legal System - 3 semester hours credit
Analysis of the actors and agencies involved in the administration of criminal law.  The course includes an examination of the constitutional and political ramifications of such factors in the criminal justice system as arrest, search and seizure, the functioning of the criminal courts, and corrections.

205 Introduction to Comparative Governments - 3 semester hours credit
This course studies the structures, processes, and ideologies of other nations in a comparative perspective.

206 Special Topics/Internship in Political Science - 3 semester hours credit
Permission of professor is required.