  {"id":3,"date":"2012-06-22T12:25:20","date_gmt":"2012-06-22T12:25:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.saintpeters.edu\/political-science\/home\/"},"modified":"2024-04-19T15:31:26","modified_gmt":"2024-04-19T19:31:26","slug":"home","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.saintpeters.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-programs\/political-science\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Political Science?"},"content":{"rendered":"<hr \/>\n<h3>What is a Political Science degree?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Political Science at Âé¶¹´«Ã½AVPeter\u2019s University is a broad and versatile degree that can prepare students for a wide range of careers in both the public and private sectors.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Political Science seeks to generate knowledge and insights that can inform policymaking, improve governance, and contribute to a deeper understanding of political processes and systems. It is an interdisciplinary field that draws on insights from other disciplines such as history, economics, sociology, psychology, and law.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is also a popular degree choice for students at Âé¶¹´«Ã½AVPeter&#8217;s University, where the Political Science department is known for its strong academics and engaged <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">faculty<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Political Science students seek to answer many questions, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How do political systems evolve and change over time?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are the impacts of policies and political decisions on society?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are the processes of decision-making within political systems?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How can political systems be improved to better serve the needs of citizens?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>What makes Political Science at Âé¶¹´«Ã½AVPeter&#8217;s University different?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Âé¶¹´«Ã½AVPeter\u2019s University is located near New York City, offering students the chance to interact with every level of politics possible. Students regularly attend public lectures and conferences on global affairs at NYC-based global organizations, like the United Nations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, the Guarini Institute for Government and Leadership at Âé¶¹´«Ã½AVPeter\u2019s University gives students the unique opportunity to hear lectures on campus from top names in global, federal, state, and local politics.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having the opportunities to gain first-hand experience in the world of politics prepares Âé¶¹´«Ã½AVPeter\u2019s University students to successfully enter this field and gain a deeper understanding of this career path.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Political Science program offers a variety of courses on topics such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perspectives on Politics<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Mass Media and American Politics<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Urban Politics and Policy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Politics of Migration and Mobility<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rent Control in New Jersey<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>What can I do with a Political Science degree?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your Âé¶¹´«Ã½AVPeter&#8217;s University Political Science education equips you with a dynamic skillset that opens doors to a multitude of rewarding careers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think tanks, advocacy groups, and non-profits welcome your analytical mind and passion for social justice. Craft policy that impacts communities, champion environmental causes, or fight for human rights \u2013 the possibilities are endless!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peacocks with a degree in Political Science can find success in many areas, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Policy Analytics<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Political Consulting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Public Relations\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Government Affairs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Public Opinion Research<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Campaign Management\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember, your Political Science degree isn&#8217;t just about elections and ideologies; it&#8217;s about critical thinking, effective communication, and a deep understanding of how the world works. These are the skills that top employers seek, regardless of the industry. So, whether you&#8217;re drawn to the public arena or the boardroom, Âé¶¹´«Ã½AVPeter&#8217;s University political science degree empowers you to chart your own unique path and make a meaningful impact.<\/span><\/p>\n<div>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>From local advocacy to world affairs<\/h3>\n<p>Unlike many undergraduate programs in political science, our <a title=\"Faculty &amp; Administration\" href=\"https:\/\/backup-2022-saint-peters.pantheonsite.io\/political-science\/faculty-and-administration\/\">faculty\u2019s<\/a> background and our location near New York City offers our political science majors and minors the chance to interact with every level of politics imaginable.<\/p>\n<p>Students regularly attend public lectures and conferences on global affairs at NYC-based international organizations such as the United Nations. Professors organize special visits and theme-based class trips to the United Nations Development Program, the UN Security Council and UN-linked advocacy groups. An exciting part of the political science curriculum, the Harvard Model U.N. permits students to gain first-hand experience at the processes of conference diplomacy and negotiation that characterize international politics.<\/p>\n<p>And our <a href=\"\/guarini-institute\/\">Guarini Institute for Government and Leadership<\/a> regularly brings top names from global, federal, state and local politics to campus for lectures and workshops.<\/p>\n<p>From local advocacy to world affairs, at Âé¶¹´«Ã½AVPeter\u2019s you can master the road from political theory to practice.<\/p>\n<div>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Project Democracy<\/h3>\n<p>Project Democracy aims to embody &#8220;politics in action&#8221; in myriad ways, whether through voter education and registration drives, political conversations in our department, new course development, political organizing, etc. In our first foray, we will introduce a series of video installments featuring our terrific students. They will speak to you about why they chose to major or minor in political science, what they have learned, and their dreams for democracy (and fears, too!).<\/p>\n<h4>Project Democracy: Rebecca Marcillo-Gomez, &#8217;23<\/h4>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/pnQd_g5QsKM\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Project Democracy: Omotolani (Tola) Osipitan, &#8217;22<\/h4>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/oKm7e2qnfRs\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Project Democracy: Sandy Rodriguez, &#8217;23<\/h4>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/yIa2Ju8vcFI\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>The Department of Political Science: Politics in Action<br \/>\n<span>The Historic Visit to the United Nations: November 18, 2022\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/unqLynsDlZA\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>What Our Students Say<\/h3>\n<hr \/>\n<div id=\"accordions-444\" class=\"accordions-444 accordions\" data-accordions={&quot;lazyLoad&quot;:true,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;444&quot;,&quot;event&quot;:&quot;click&quot;,&quot;collapsible&quot;:&quot;true&quot;,&quot;heightStyle&quot;:&quot;content&quot;,&quot;animateStyle&quot;:&quot;swing&quot;,&quot;animateDelay&quot;:1000,&quot;navigation&quot;:true,&quot;active&quot;:999,&quot;expandedOther&quot;:&quot;no&quot;}>\r\n                <div id=\"accordions-lazy-444\" class=\"accordions-lazy\" accordionsId=\"444\">\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"items\"  style=\"display:none\" >\r\n    \r\n            <div post_id=\"444\" itemcount=\"0\"  header_id=\"header-1671203180059\" id=\"header-1671203180059\" style=\"\" class=\"accordions-head head1671203180059 border-none\" toggle-text=\"\" main-text=\"Jennifer M. \u201821\">\r\n                                    <span id=\"accordion-icons-1671203180059\" class=\"accordion-icons\">\r\n                        <span class=\"accordion-icon-active accordion-plus\"><i class=\"fas fa-caret-up\"><\/i><\/span>\r\n                        <span class=\"accordion-icon-inactive accordion-minus\"><i class=\"fas fa-caret-down\"><\/i><\/span>\r\n                    <\/span>\r\n                    <span id=\"header-text-1671203180059\" class=\"accordions-head-title\">Jennifer M. \u201821<\/span>\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"accordion-content content1671203180059 border-none\">\r\n                <p><em>My experience as a political science major was fantastic. All of my professors, especially Dr. Brown, were always so helpful when I had a doubt about something. I struggled to find the correct major for me since I entered as an undergraduate student at Âé¶¹´«Ã½AVPeter\u2019s University, but once I took Perspectives on Politics, I knew it was for me. I graduated in the year 2017 and was able to get a job right after graduation as an Executive Assistant for a local non-profit organization, where I have learned so much. This job opportunity has opened many doors for me. I am now applying to graduate school to obtain a master\u2019s degree in social work! I am very thankful to the Political Science Department for giving me such a positive college experience.<\/em><\/p>\n            <\/div>\r\n    \r\n            <div post_id=\"444\" itemcount=\"1\"  header_id=\"header-1671203181879\" id=\"header-1671203181879\" style=\"\" class=\"accordions-head head1671203181879 border-none\" toggle-text=\"\" main-text=\"Gineen K. Abuali \u201921\">\r\n                                    <span id=\"accordion-icons-1671203181879\" class=\"accordion-icons\">\r\n                        <span class=\"accordion-icon-active accordion-plus\"><i class=\"fas fa-caret-up\"><\/i><\/span>\r\n                        <span class=\"accordion-icon-inactive accordion-minus\"><i class=\"fas fa-caret-down\"><\/i><\/span>\r\n                    <\/span>\r\n                    <span id=\"header-text-1671203181879\" class=\"accordions-head-title\">Gineen K. Abuali \u201921<\/span>\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"accordion-content content1671203181879 border-none\">\r\n                <p><em>One of the best decisions I made as an SPU student was adding political science as a major. Not only did I meet people I will call friends and mentors for a lifetime, but I also received a phenomenal education. I learned so much about our world, the injustices surrounding us, and how I can actively play a role in changing that. I learned how to stand up for what I believe in, to organize, and to be a \u201cwoman for others.\u201d <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>I was disappointed that my final year of college was completely virtual, but because of the leadership of Dr. Anna Brown and the Political Science Department, my fellow students and I were able to organize, even virtually. We fought for racial justice, and we were successful in changing our newspaper name, making SPU history. Since graduating, I have continued my education in law school. The Political Science Department provided me with the foundation and confidence I need to be an impactful attorney, especially as a first-generation law student.<\/em><\/p>\n            <\/div>\r\n    \r\n            <div post_id=\"444\" itemcount=\"2\"  header_id=\"header-1671203182613\" id=\"header-1671203182613\" style=\"\" class=\"accordions-head head1671203182613 border-none\" toggle-text=\"\" main-text=\"Christian Bailey \u201921\">\r\n                                    <span id=\"accordion-icons-1671203182613\" class=\"accordion-icons\">\r\n                        <span class=\"accordion-icon-active accordion-plus\"><i class=\"fas fa-caret-up\"><\/i><\/span>\r\n                        <span class=\"accordion-icon-inactive accordion-minus\"><i class=\"fas fa-caret-down\"><\/i><\/span>\r\n                    <\/span>\r\n                    <span id=\"header-text-1671203182613\" class=\"accordions-head-title\">Christian Bailey \u201921<\/span>\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"accordion-content content1671203182613 border-none\">\r\n                <p><em>Deciding to major in political science has been one of the best decisions I have made in life. As a freshman, I was exposed to differing world views and was able to learn the fundamental aspects of power in a political context. Dr. Brown is the best instructor I have had because she is truly invested in her student\u2019s futures. She doesn\u2019t just concern herself with how we perform in class, but she provides her students with the skills needed to fight institutional injustices. <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>As a political science student, I was also taught soft and hard skills that allowed me to immediately jump into the political world. Unlike many college graduates, I already had a campaign position lined up. After the campaign concluded, it only took me a month to find another position at a local senate office in Jersey City. I\u2019m biased, but the political science department is, without a doubt, the best department on campus.<\/em><\/p>\n            <\/div>\r\n    \r\n            <div post_id=\"444\" itemcount=\"3\"  header_id=\"header-1671203184320\" id=\"header-1671203184320\" style=\"\" class=\"accordions-head head1671203184320 border-none\" toggle-text=\"\" main-text=\"Michelle P. \u201916\">\r\n                                    <span id=\"accordion-icons-1671203184320\" class=\"accordion-icons\">\r\n                        <span class=\"accordion-icon-active accordion-plus\"><i class=\"fas fa-caret-up\"><\/i><\/span>\r\n                        <span class=\"accordion-icon-inactive accordion-minus\"><i class=\"fas fa-caret-down\"><\/i><\/span>\r\n                    <\/span>\r\n                    <span id=\"header-text-1671203184320\" class=\"accordions-head-title\">Michelle P. \u201916<\/span>\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"accordion-content content1671203184320 border-none\">\r\n                <p><em>I majored in Political Science with minors in Anthropology and Philosophy at Âé¶¹´«Ã½AVPeter\u2019s University. Upon graduation, I began a graduate degree. I graduated with a Master of Arts in Diplomacy and International Relations. I had specializations in Latin America and the Caribbean and Post Conflict State Reconstruction and Sustainability. Since graduating, I have worked for the State of New Jersey briefly as Senior Aide in the Office of Governor Philip D. Murphy, and presently as Cultural Commissions Coordinator and Program Officer under the guise of the New Jersey Commission on National & Community Service AmeriCorps National and Governor\u2019s Office on Volunteerism, housed under the New Jersey, Department of State.<\/em><\/p>\n            <\/div>\r\n    \r\n            <div post_id=\"444\" itemcount=\"4\"  header_id=\"header-1671203185826\" id=\"header-1671203185826\" style=\"\" class=\"accordions-head head1671203185826 border-none\" toggle-text=\"\" main-text=\"Karla M. \u201912\">\r\n                                    <span id=\"accordion-icons-1671203185826\" class=\"accordion-icons\">\r\n                        <span class=\"accordion-icon-active accordion-plus\"><i class=\"fas fa-caret-up\"><\/i><\/span>\r\n                        <span class=\"accordion-icon-inactive accordion-minus\"><i class=\"fas fa-caret-down\"><\/i><\/span>\r\n                    <\/span>\r\n                    <span id=\"header-text-1671203185826\" class=\"accordions-head-title\">Karla M. \u201912<\/span>\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"accordion-content content1671203185826 border-none\">\r\n                <p><em>Every political science course has shaped me into a more critical thinker. Dr. Anna Brown\u2019s Seminar in Genocide introduced me to the political and social forces that can spawn racism and genocide\u2026 As a Latina student, I became conscious for the first time of the political elements that influenced the development of South American and Caribbean countries.<\/em><\/p>\n            <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is a Political Science degree? Political Science at Âé¶¹´«Ã½AVPeter\u2019s University is a broad and versatile degree that can prepare students for a wide range of careers in both the public and private sectors. 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