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The Discipline
Political Science involves a full range of inquiry to study and
analyze political systems and political behavior. It examines the
allocation of goods and questions the nature, uses, and abuses of
power. It also involves fundamental choices concerning our life in
communities, whether local, national, or global. An understanding of
politics gives us the ability to influence our communities for the
better.
Students will take advantage of core foundational, methodological,
and theoretical political science courses. The department offers
courses that allow students to specialize in American government,
comparative politics, international politics, political philosophy, or
public policy.
Undergraduate Programs and Degrees
- Political Science (BA)
- Minors
- Political Science
- Political Science Teaching
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions can be found on the Political Science FAQ page.
Expected Learning Outcomes
Program graduates will:
- be spiritually strengthened. In particular they will
- possess a command of sacred texts and doctrines gained by completing the university's religion course requirements and
- be able to articulate principles of faith in political analysis.
- be intellectually enlarged. In particular they will
- demonstrate
a familiarity with each of the four major sub-fields of political
science: American politics, comparative politics, international
relations, and political philosophy;
- possess a factual and theoretical knowledge of countries, political processes, political theories, and political thought;
- use
appropriate methods of analysis and research, including qualitative and
quantitative methods, historical comparison, and textual interpretation
to answer political questions;
- write professional-grade research papers on political science questions;
- communicate effectively by presenting ideas in a high-quality oral presentation; and
- think critically, analytically, and synthetically.
- have a strong character. In particular they will
- bring honesty and integrity to daily life, public affairs, and professional activities and
- properly cite sources using a recognized citation style
- have a lifelong desire to learn and to serve. In particular they will
- participate
effectively in political processes by having an appropriate knowledge
of international and national politics and political thought and
- want to serve the communities and organizations to which they belong.
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