POLS 102: State Government and Politics
San Jose State University
This course examines the politics and institutions of U.S. state governments. The structure and powers of state legislatures, governors, and court systems are analyzed. The effect of states' racial, ideological, and economic characteristics on public policy is also explored. American Institutions Requirement: US3 Notes: Satisfies American Institutions requirement in California government.
Average GPA: 3.22
Grade distribution records: 345 students across 10 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 58 | 16.8% |
| A | 64 | 18.6% |
| A- | 51 | 14.8% |
| B+ | 45 | 13.0% |
| B | 52 | 15.1% |
| B- | 17 | 4.9% |
| C+ | 9 | 2.6% |
| C | 24 | 7.0% |
| C- | 4 | 1.2% |
| D+ | 2 | 0.6% |
| D | 4 | 1.2% |
| D- | 4 | 1.2% |
| F | 11 | 3.2% |
Based on 345 student grade records across 10 terms and 4 professors.
Instructors
- Frederick J Keeley 183 students, Average GPA 3.65
- Larry Neal Gerston 96 students, Average GPA 2.49
- Garrick L Percival 40 students, Average GPA 3.10
- Mary G Currin-Percival 26 students, Average GPA 3.15