While it is one of the oldest degree programs, it has recently undergone extensive reorganization. Students now have two areas of concentration to select from, World Studies or Political Science. In addition, students are given the opportunity to develop computer skills as an integral part of their major. The World Studies concentration closely resembles our traditional major in History. Students take at least one course each in American, European, and Non-Western history, as well as two basic courses in political science.
Students cross many academic disciplines in their program of study.
The Political Science concentration is new. It allows students to develop their interest in national and international government. Extensive course work in various subject matter areas, including diplomacy, political thought, international relations, constitutional issues, and forms of government provide the student with a suitable introduction to the entire realm of political science. Students in this program often plan to attend law school, enter agencies of the federal government, such as foreign or domestic diplomatic service, or pursue the many opportunities in the field of public policy. Students in either of these two concentrations are eligible for a variety of internship opportunities.