American politics. International affairs. Health care. Jobs. The environment. Civil rights. If you are interested in such matters, political science is a major you should consider.
Political science has been defined as the study of "who gets what, when, and how." It involves the study of government and public policy, as well as the study of the behavior of individuals and groups in the pursuit of their interests.
Political science majors can develop skills in writing, communications, analysis, and research. Such skills are useful in various employment settings. Such flexibility is attractive at a time when students can expect to change jobs, and even careers, on a number of occasions.
Political science helps to prepare students for careers in law; local, state, and national government service; interest groups and organizations; business; political campaigns; journalism, and teaching. Valuable training is also provided for graduate school and for those who eventually seek elected or appointed positions in public life or in the non-profit sector.
In addition, the political science program is designed to inform students' interest in politics, to develop a deeper and fuller understanding of the political processes, in short, to provide a solid conceptual foundation that can be built upon in their later lives as citizens.
In the belief that learning extends beyond the walls of the classroom, experiential educational opportunities in the form of internships and simulations (e.g., mock conventions, moot courts, model United Nations, etc.) are also available.
Students can pursue a general BA in political science or can pursue more specialized concentrations. A minor in political science is also available.
See also the listings for the BS degree program in Public Administration/Government Service.
For more information on the political science program at Saint Francis University, contact:
Dr. Joseph Melusky, Chairperson
Department of History and Political Science
Saint Francis University
P.O. Box 600
Loretto, PA 15940-0600
(814)472-3060
jmelusky@francis.edu