Political Science The relationship between people and governments forms the foundation of our institutional structures, extends into our international cultures and interrelationships. Discover how political science shapes our past and will continue to influence our future. Emmanuel College’s Department of Political Science offers a wide range of courses in the areas of American politics and government, comparative politics and government, international relations, law and political theory. Students have the opportunity to integrate theory and classroom learning with practice, through such experiences as classroom simulations, internships or participation in the Model United Nations.
Where Can Studying Political Science Get You? Departmental/Program Offerings • • •
Major: Political Science Minor: Political Science Concentrations: American Politics and Government, International Relations and Comparative Politics
Sample Courses: POLSC1401 Introduction to International Relations • POLSC1501 Political Theory and Analysis • POLSC2302 European Politics: From Transition to Integration • POLSC3209 Public Policy, the Law and Psychology • POLSC3303 Street Democracy • POLSC3405 Strategies of War and Peace •
Department Chair: Javier Marion, Ph.D. Associate Professor of History Administration Building, Room 333C 617-264-7638 | marionj@emmanuel.edu
Emmanuel College believes that the best preparation for success and meaningful careers is a strong liberal arts and sciences education. The political science department at the College reflects that conviction. The program provides students with opportunities – through courses in specialized fields within the discipline, as well as through internships – to develop the skills and knowledge required to move into the world of work. Students studying political science intern at locations such as the Massachusetts State House, Governor’s Office and Women’s Political Caucus, and with law firm Murphy & Associates. Graduates have excelled in a variety of fields, including law, academe, public policy, government, journalism, campaign management and in elective offices. Recent graduates earned acceptance into graduate and law school programs at New York University, Boston College, Fordham University, Edinburgh University and the New England School of Law.