Degree
- Minor https://www.stmarytx.edu/academics/programs/political-science/ https://www.stmarytx.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/us-capitol.jpg
- Bachelor of Arts https://www.stmarytx.edu/academics/programs/political-science/ https://www.stmarytx.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/us-capitol.jpg
- Teacher Certification https://www.stmarytx.edu/academics/programs/political-science/ https://www.stmarytx.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/us-capitol.jpg
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Political Science at St. Mary’s
Through the courses it offers, the research its faculty, staff and students conduct, and through the events it sponsors, the St. Mary’s University Department of Political Science seeks to examine two vital questions:
- What is – as Aristotle called it – the good life?
- How can we, as members of the civic community, be effective creators of a good life characterized by legal and social justice?
To answer them, the Department commits itself to the education of the whole student, to the scholarly life, and to an approach that reaches out in service to society.
A political science degree opens the door to many possible career opportunities, from journalist to intelligence officer.
Students can choose from a wide variety of programs:
Those interested in pursuing a master’s degree may select a 5-year combined program:
Those interested in further law study may wish to participate in:
Political Science classes vary by program. Some courses include:
- American National Government
- Introduction to Global Affairs
- Texas State & Local Government
- European Politics
- International Relations Theory
- Judicial Politics & Law
- Public Administration
- Urban Policy
See the catalog for a complete listing of courses and their descriptions:
Political Science Living and Learning Community
The Political Science Living and Learning Community is an opportunity for first year Political Science freshmen to live and take classes together, participate together in activities and events, and be mentored by a professor.
POLLCers learn about the diversity of the discipline, engage with faculty members and their research specializations and interests, and develop clear career goals related to the discipline by participating in the year-long experience.
Presidential Award Recipients
Allison A. Grijalva
B.A. in Political Science
San Antonio, Texas
“The Marianist Charism and Characteristics have shown me that to be a warrior of service, justice and peace means to be radical like Mary. It means to love in an unapologetically fierce way.”
Angela Perez
B.A. in Political Science
Mission, Texas
“Since my first day, I knew this was where I was meant to be. I have developed personal relationships with my professors that have enriched my education and shaped my future career goals.”
Faculty
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Céline A. Jacquemin, Ph.D. Professor of Political Science -
Leona Pallansch, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Political Science -
Sonia Garcia, Ph.D. Professor of Political Science -
Betsy Smith, Ph.D. Chair and Associate Professor of Political Science -
Arturo Vega, Ph.D. Professor of Political Science -
Patricia Jaramillo, Ph.D. Associate Professor
Similar Programs
International and Global Studies
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- Bachelor of Arts https://www.stmarytx.edu/academics/programs/political-science/ https://www.stmarytx.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/us-capitol.jpg
History
- Minor https://www.stmarytx.edu/academics/programs/political-science/ https://www.stmarytx.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/us-capitol.jpg
- Bachelor of Arts https://www.stmarytx.edu/academics/programs/political-science/ https://www.stmarytx.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/us-capitol.jpg
- Teacher Certification https://www.stmarytx.edu/academics/programs/political-science/ https://www.stmarytx.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/us-capitol.jpg
Master of Arts in International Relations (MAIR)
- Master of Arts https://www.stmarytx.edu/academics/programs/political-science/ https://www.stmarytx.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/us-capitol.jpg
Master of Arts in Public History
- Master of Arts https://www.stmarytx.edu/academics/programs/political-science/ https://www.stmarytx.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/us-capitol.jpg
Master of Public Administration
- Master of Public Administration https://www.stmarytx.edu/academics/programs/political-science/ https://www.stmarytx.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/us-capitol.jpg
Graduate Certificate in Public Communication, Public Policy and Public Leadership
- Graduate Certificate https://www.stmarytx.edu/academics/programs/political-science/ https://www.stmarytx.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/us-capitol.jpg
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