威斯康星拉克罗斯大学

Political science is the study of governments, policies, institutions, and the behavior of participants in the political world. Using humanistic and scientific approaches, as well as qualitative and quantitative methods, the field of political science examines political structures both inside and outside government with the goal of better understanding how they function, and the ways in which they change the world over time. The study of political science includes four subfields of specialization: American government and politics, international relations, comparative politics, and political theory. Political science education students are prepared to teach a range of civics, social studies, and government courses.

Program Features

The Political Science/Public Administration Association (PSPAA) is an active student group hosting career nights, student/faculty get-togethers, and banquets. In addition, candidate forums during election years and survey research projects offer many student/faculty undergraduate research opportunities. Career Opportunities

ENTRY LEVEL: Assistant City Planner • Assistant County Administrator • Customs Inspector • Government Relations Advocate • High School Social Science Teacher (with teacher certification) • International Organizations • Legislative Assistant/ Congressional Aide • Lobbyist • Non-governmental Organizations • Paralegal Assistant • Policy Analyst • Political Party/Charity Organizer • Political Pollster/Researcher • Police Officer • Public Information Specialist • Recycling Coordinator • Urban Planner

FURTHER EDUCATION • Graduate study in political science, public administration, international relations, city management, urban planning, policy studies, program evaluation research • International Management • Law School • Police Academy

LONG-TERM CAREER DEVELOPMENT • City Manager • County Administrator • Court Administrator • Foreign Service • Hospital Administrator (with Masters) • International Business • Lawyer (with law degree) • News Commentator • Political Scientist in Government Agencies • Politician • Positions in Government Agencies (federal, state, city) • Social Services Administrator • International Governmental Organizations • International Non-governmental Organizations

FURTHER INFORMATION

1) An undergraduate major who does not intend to undertake post-graduate work should pick up at least one specific skill i.e., accounting, mathematics, survey research, statistics, computer science, or a foreign language. 2) Within political science, students are encouraged to specialize in one of the department’s concentrations: public administration/ public policy, comparative politics, international relations, legal studies, or American government. 3) Students availing themselves of the internship program should do so with respect to the long-range career possibilities it opens up, not the immediate convenience or financial rewards it offers. 4) All students are encouraged to take advantage of the international education opportunities available at UWL.