Political Science at Siena

 

Politics, Government and a Global Perspective

 

Major and Minor offered

 

In a world of constant and dynamic change, the study of political theory, issues, systems and institutions gives students a wide range of understanding and multiple skills to pursue interesting career, graduate and professional school options.
 
The diverse, engaged and accomplished faculty educates students as critical thinkers on American, comparative and global politics, processes, behavior and value systems. The political science curriculum enables students to develop the ability to:
 
  • Think critically
  • Analyze public opinion polls
  • Apply statistics
  • Interpret the law
  • Develop public policy
  • Understand the issues affecting local and international communities
 
Opportunities to complement the political science major include:
  • Pre-law advising
  • Internships
  • A Washington semester
  • Study abroad
  • Harvard Model United Nations
  • Related campus organizations
  • The Center for the Study of Government and Politics
  • Siena Research Institute
  • Globalization studies program
 
 With a foundation in political science, Siena alumni have achieved notable success in shaping the future in government, media, legal, educational, social, environmental and financial sectors.
  

 

 

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