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Department of Political Science

The Political Science program...

is designed for students who aspire to active leadership roles in promoting a more just and humane global society. Completing the political science major will: 

  1. increase competence in the understanding of the principles of government and political thought
  2. develop awareness and understanding of global political and economic issues
  3. enhance skills in statistical research and quantitative analysis
  4. maximize abilities to read critically, speak effectively, write clearly and think analytically
  5. facilitate abilities to apply moral and ethical analysis to political issues.

The Political Science program is designed to prepare students for a variety of career opportunities in the local, national, and global political arena. The educational outcomes and career orientations students can expect to pursue are:

  • graduate study in political science, public administration, political economy, international and public affairs, urban planning, or other social science sub-fields
  • professional study in law, mass communication, social work, management, or other public service
  • employment with government or non-profit organizations
  • foreign service
  • partisan political activity
  • classroom teaching and educational administration
  • grassroots organization within the African American community.

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Department of Political Science

(504) 520-5071