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PO 3378 - Model Organization of American States - This course prepares students for participation in the Eugene Scassa Mock Organization of American States (ESMOAS) simulation. Topics for the simulation center on major political, economic, social and security issues of the Americas, both historical and contemporary Students have the opportunity to represent diplomats and government officials of OAS Member States in an experiential learning setting that familiarizes them with the role of the Organization as the premier political forum of the Hemisphere.
In the Department of Political Science at St. Mary’s University, students develop skills that increase their understanding of governance and politics, and the theoretical underpinnings of democracy, a republic and justice. Analytical and critical skills are emphasized in this major through research methods, statistical analysis, leadership, service and enhanced oral and written communication assignments.