1. Classes are challenging and informative;
   
2. The faculty are helpful, supportive and committed;
   
3. The Political Science major is versatile and can open doors to a myriad of career tracks from teaching to journalism;
   
4. The variety of courses offered cater to virtually every interest in the study of government, nationally and internationally;
   
5. Exciting innovations in teaching and learning, such as case studies, simulations, service-learning and study abroad tours.

1. "Introduction to American Government": A study of the structure, organization, power, and procedure of the government of the United States.
2. "Introduction to Political Theory": The course introduces students to major thinkers and themes that have shaped our thinking about politics..
3. "Introduction to International Relations": The course surveys the diplomatic, military, economic, legal, and organizational theories and variables that shape global relations.
4. "Campaigns and Elections": A study of American electoral politics, with primary emphasis on the development, organization, and contemporary role of political parties.
5. "Constitutional Law: Separation of Power and Federalism"; An examination of the historical development of American constitutional law and of national governmental powers.

What Students Love About This Program

1. Intellectual challenge and opportunities presented inside and outside the classroom
2. Flexibility and breadth of issue coverage offered through varied courses
3. Commitment and ease of access to department faculty
4. Variety of programs and activities offered through the department
5. Activism, in that political science classes go well beyond the classroom