The Political Science department aims to achieve these outcomes for each student in the program.
1. Knowledge Outcomes
- Students should demonstrate an understanding of political science concepts, theories and empirical findings in American politics.
- Students should demonstrate an understanding of political science concepts, theories and empirical findings in international relations.
- Students should demonstrate an understanding of political science concepts, theories and empirical findings in comparative politics.
- Students should demonstrate an understanding of the concepts and theories of major political thinkers and philosophers.
- Students should demonstrate an understanding of the processes of social science research.
2. Engagement Outcomes
- Students should express ongoing interest in government and public affairs.
- Students should express a sense of political efficacy.
3. Career Outcomes
- Students seeking to continue their studies will secure admission to graduate schools.
- Students not seeking continuing education after graduation will successfully find employment.
