Students earn a semester or summer of course credit while gaining invaluable work experience and networking for future job opportunities. Many students find internships in their fields of interest. The department sponsors a student delegation to the National Model United Nations conference held in New York City each spring. BGSU students are assigned a particular country to represent in a simulation of the UN which is attended by nearly 2,500 students from across the country. In recent years BGSU has represented Germany, Canada, Pakistan and Japan.
Students gain valuable practical experience in diplomacy and international affairs.
Students are encouraged to participate in student organizations which promote issues related to the political science field. These organizations provide a forum for discussion, lectures, field trips, and learning outside the classroom. Students who have not taken all of these recommendations may be required to take University courses to make up any deficiencies. The following program is typical for a political science student concentrating in American government while completing a minor in economics. Individual programs vary greatly according to the specialization chosen, minor selected and career objectives.