Programs offered by the Political Science Department:
For specific information about courses offered and degree requirements please visit the Advising and Curriculum page.
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science:
Majors in Political Science are prepared for further study at the graduate level or for a variety of careers. Many of our students become teachers or lawyers. Others work for a large corporation as public affairs officers or for federal, state, or local governments in numberous capacities. Some become reporters, lobbyists, or campaign managers; some have been elected to public office.
Areas of emphasis:
American Government and Public Policy
This area is offered to students who wish to concentrate their attention on the American political process and behavior. National, state, and local political institutions and their adminstration are studies, as well as public opinion and voting behavior.
International Relations
The International Relations emphasis is designed for students wishing to concentrate on comparative and international politics. A variety of courses are offered on the foreign policies of the United States and major world powers, as well as on international law, international political economy, and political behavior in industrial democracies, post-communist systems, and developing nations.
Public Law and Political Philosophy
For students who wish to enter law school. Political science in considered one of the principle areas of preparation for aspiring law students, and special attention is given to political thought, past and present, and the development of political and legal institutions.
Political Science, Social Science, Secondary Education Emphasis
This emphasis is part of a cooperative, interdisciplinary program involving the departments of anthropology, economics, history, and sociology. Students choosing this emphasis must complete additional courses in education and teaching strategies as well as submit an application for admission to this emphasis. Please see the 2008 - 2009 Undergraduate Catalog, page 211, for more information.