Some of our faculty have research interests in race and ethnicity, gender studies and social theory. Still others work at the intersection of politics and economics, politics and sociology, or politics and geography. Some specialize in the politics, history, and culture of specific nations or regions. This diversity is reflected in the graduate curriculum. While all students take a few foundation courses in political science, they do most of their work in areas of special interest.
Students have great discretion in planning their academic program.
Every student is assigned a Faculty Adviser upon entering the Program. The Adviser helps the student plan out his or her course of study. In addition, the Adviser provides specific advice about faculty, courses and research. The size of the Graduate Program makes it possible for students to enjoy close working relationships with faculty. Seminars are typically small, often with five to ten students.