Spring 2021 Message from Dr. Josh Franco
2020 is an unprecedented year: a global pandemic, virus-induced economic recession, reemergence of calls for racial justice, the election of a new President of the United States, and an uncertain future.
I'll be the first to admit it: 2020 was straining. To help with a fresh start in Spring 2021, if you or a family member or friend needs to complete a Political Science course, I am offering the following CSU and UC transferrable courses this upcoming Spring 2021.
1st 8-week session: February 1, 2021 to March 27, 2021
- POSC-121-6988 (6988) Intro to U.S. Govt & Politics - Zero Textbook Cost
- POSC-124-6990 (6990) Comparative Govt and Politics - Recommended for students interested in foreign affairs or studying abroad
2nd 8-week session: April 5, 2021 to May 29, 2021
- POSC-121-6989 (6989) Intro to U.S. Govt & Politics - Zero Textbook Cost
- POSC-140-8283 (8283) Intro to California Government & Politics - Recommended for students interested in local and state politics, and elected or appointed office
- POSC-170-6991 (6991) Introduction to Political Science Research Methods - Recommended for declared POSC majors
Semester session: February 1, 2021 to June 7, 2021
- POSC-121-5756 (5756) Intro to U.S. Govt & Politics - Zero Textbook Cost
Times are hard, but I continue to welcome you in joining me in any of these courses. My courses are designed to be informative and practically meaningful. And I strive to be helpful and flexible to meet students where they are.
Sincerely,
Josh Franco, Ph.D.
Navigating iPoliSci.com
What is iPoliSci.com?
iPoliSci.com is a website for students who are interested in learning more about political science at Cuyamaca College. The website includes information for students in general, and particularly declared political science majors.
How do I navigate iPoliSci.com?
iPoliSci.com consists of several pages about exploring, planning, earning, and transferring with your Associates of Arts - Transfer (AA-T) degree in political science. For your first time navigating the website, I recommend visiting the webpages in the following order:
Can I schedule a one-on-one meeting with a Political Science faculty member to learn more?
Yes, you can schedule a one-on-one meeting with Dr. Josh Franco, Assistant Professor of Political Science at Cuyamaca College.
As a first-generation college graduate, introducing political science to the next generation of leaders and scholars is his mission.
He earned his PhD and MA in political science and BA in public policy from the University of California, Merced.
He also holds AA degrees in economics and political science from Cerritos College. His research interests include American politics and pedagogy.
Additionally, he has five years of professional experience working in the California State Capitol and US Congress.