A minor field or certificate is also required. Students seeking teacher certification in social studies complete a second major in education and additional courses in history, economics, sociology, and geography as prescribed by the state approved program in combination with the major in political science. Washington D.C. Internship Program Juniors and seniors are invited to apply to the Washington Semester Internship Program. The internship is a one-semester program for 15 hours of course credit that includes placement in congressional offices, executive agencies, judicial organizations, public and special interest groups, national associations, and community programs. Students also enroll in an academic seminar while in Washington and prepare a research paper based on their internship experience.
Interns register as full-time students and pay university tuition and housing fees.
Additional scholarship aid may be available to cover travel expenses. The program is affiliated with the Washington Center. Consult the political science faculty for additional information. American Politics An examination of American political culture and values, constitutional and other political institutions, patterns of political behavior, and contemporary issues and problems confronting America. The ideas and social forces that have shaped major periods of political change in America and their impact on governing institutions and public policy.