Political Science
College Democrats and POSC Majors attending the Texas Black Legislative Caucus Meeting in Austin, Texas.
Mission
The Political Science Program is committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service. The Political Science Program prepares graduates to pursue employment in a variety of public and private organizations as well as admission to graduate and professional programs. Featuring impactful scholars, who are active in research and service, the Program provides the curriculum for the B.A. degree in Political Science. Graduates in Political Science should be able to demonstrate skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, and oral and written communication.
The courses offered in the Program are an integral component of the university's core curriculum, satisfy political science major requirements, and serve as electives for students who are interested in American politics, international affairs, and public policy. Through its curricular and co-curricular activities, the Program seeks to develop global citizens committed to professional development and lifelong learning.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Students can explain the terms, principles, theories, and approaches used to understand and explain phenomena in political science.
- Students can produce properly researched and evidence-based intellectual products on topics pertinent to political science.
- Students can explain and critically analyze major domestic issues pertaining to law, public policy, and public administration.
- Students can explain and critically analyze major theories and issues in international relations and comparative politics.
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
The Political Science Program is committed to providing students with the knowledge and skills necessary to understand political systems so that they may succeed in their careers and become better citizens of the nation and the world. Students in our program have gone on to careers in law, campaign management, city management/planning, non-profit management, international service, business, and education.
For more information on the Political Science Program, please contact any Political Science/Government instructor or come visit Dr. Michael Nojeim in 303 Woolfolk or call (936) 261-3213 for an appointment.
For those students wishing to apply for Secondary Teacher Certification, please contact Dr. Ronald Goodwin (History/Political Science) at regoodwin@pvamu.edu or Dr. Britine Perkins (Social Studies Education) at blperkins@pvamu.edu.