Politics, Philosophy and Economics (PP&E) Major

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2010 legislative interns Politics, Philosophy, and Economics (PP&E) draws from political science, policy and law, philosophy, and economics. PP&E provides students with an in-depth interdisciplinary foundation in the analysis of politics and economics and in the study of philosophical and ethical issues related to political, economic, and public policy issues. Special emphasis is placed on developing critical thinking and writing skills.

New in PP&E

2011-12 Seminar Series on Security and State Transformation
This year's seminar series will continue as a collaboration between PP&E and Urban Studies. We have received another Founders Endowment grant for the series....
The Philosophy Roundtable
The Philosophy Roundtable is a research colloquium led by Amos Nascimento with Mike Kalton, George Mobus, and Mark Jenkins. It involves faculty, graduate, and undergraduate students interested in philosophy and current affairs....

 

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  • German 101 taught at UW Tacoma autumn 2012
    IAS will be offering German 101 taught through video conferencing by an instructor in the UW Seattle German Department. The course will be offered to UW Tacoma students only on Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 10:30am to 11:20am. Enrollment in this course is by entry code only and is limited to 10 students. Entry codes may be requested for this SLN: 21523 at the IAS entry code request form.
  • Apply Now: Germany Summer 2012 Study Abroad Program
    Announcing UW Tacoma’s latest summer study abroad program: Germany: Culture, History and Philosophy in Frankfurt
  • Upcoming scholarship deadlines and events - May 2012
    As spring quarter nears its end, there are still a few scholarship programs with deadlines upcoming, as well as some fantastic year-end events. This Thursday, May 17 is the 6th Annual Global Honors Colloquium from 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. in the Carwein Auditorium (KEY 102). Consider attending to explore Global Honors student capstone work in a variety of exciting fields. Upcoming Scholarship Information Sessions:
  • Order Your Study Abroad Graduation Sash
    Calling all UW Tacoma study abroad students!
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