Internships also give students a chance to consider public service or similar employment. Two courses in the appropriate field are required and priority is given to seniors. Requests should be filed one quarter in advance of registration for PS 444, Administrative Internship. Legislative internships occur during the winter quarter and provide the chance for Western students to work in the Washington State Legislature in Olympia. Primarily,students act as research assistants to legislators, receiving an in-depth look at theresponsibilities and challenges of our state's lawmakers.
Enrollment is available tojuniors and seniors through a competitive process.
Independent study Students wishing to pursue research and directed reading in areas of the discipline where they have had prior course work may apply to do independent study projects. Enrollment is with the consent of the instructor and the chair. No more than 10 credits may be counted toward the major. Applying for graduation Apply for graduation at least two quarters prior to your final quarter. For instance, if you plan to graduate in the spring, apply for graduation in the fall.