Our lives are affected by politics every day, and political events are happening all around us. Political Science is the study of politics and power in its many forms, including protest movements and revolutions, law-making and criminal justice, war and international conflicts, human rights violations and efforts to stop them, campaigns and elections in the U.S. and around the world, and competing political ideas and ideologies.
Our courses provide the tools to analyze and understand all of these things and more, and they also help students develop skills in research, analysis, writing, and speaking that are necessary for success in a variety of professions. Our graduates work in nonprofit organizations, international affairs, law, business, education, advocacy groups, and in local, state, and national government.
The GVSU Political Science Department offers Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees in Political Science. We also host an interdisciplinary Bachelor of Arts degree in International Relations.
January 16, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Join us for an educational webinar where we will explore Autism Spectrum Disorder and Neurodiversity in the workplace. You will learn how to elevate your business with a culture of inclusivity, learn...
January 24, 2025 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The Hauenstein Center is excited to welcome Joe Jones to share his leadership philosophy and defining experiences as a leader in West Michigan. Joe Jones is the founder of the Hekima...
January 25, 2025 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The MLK Jr. Day of Service and Solidarity represents a nationwide initiative where campuses across America join hands to serve and stand in solidarity with their communities, honoring the legacy...
January 25, 2025 8:00 AM
The MLK Jr. Day of Service and Solidarity is part of a national day of service where campuses across America gather to serve and stand in solidarity with their communities in honor of Dr. Martin Luther...
January 25, 2025 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
At this event, we take time to honor the accomplishments and strengths of all Latinas. We celebrate our history, cultures, and diversity with pride and recognize women who have impacted...
February 4, 2025 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
GVSU Alumni Relations is excited to announce "Leading the Way," a special event with President Philomena V. Mantella in NY. Enjoy complimentary appetizers and beverages, and hear President...
February 18, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Hauenstein Center Scholar-In-Residence Dr. Nicole Hemmer returns to present our annual Presidents’ Day Celebration lecture, in which she will explore the topic of presidential accountability...
Victor Cardenas' life has been characterized by service to the public and Grand Valley. Cardenas graduated from GVSU in 2000 with a bachelor's degree in political science. He earned a master's degree in public affairs from Indiana University and executive
Sep 30, 2024
Professor Zinman's new book, America's First Wartime Election, is set to release this November. This will be his second book published with the University Press of Kansas.
Sep 25, 2024
PLS Alum Charlotte Doran is one of the GVSU Political Science and International Relations alumni starting law school this fall. Charlotte is attending the University of Michigan Law School.
Sep 18, 2024
1L at MSU College of Law
Parks Planner for Metro Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee
Community Outreach Program Manager for Ready for School
Clerk's Assistant with Oakland Township
Greg Robinson, Associate Professor and Chair of Political Science at Binghamton University (SUNY) in New York
Keeping the Community Warm
