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Welcome to the Sam Houston State University’s Political Science webpage. The Political Science Department is located on the 3rd floor of Academic Building I, between the Lowman Student Center and Newton Gresham Library.

The Political Science Department at Sam Houston State University provides students with the knowledge of the theory, principles, and practice of politics at all levels of government; provides educational instruction that promotes strong critical thinking, clarity of thought, excellent communication, and sophisticated research skills; and prepares students for employment in the fields of business, government, interest groups, non-profit organizations, public relations, legal professions, policy institutes and teaching. In addition to classroom instruction, students are also offered extensive opportunities for hands-on learning, including study-abroad programs, internships, and exercises in event planning. In the past, students have studied in countries such as Italy and Mexico, obtained internships in government offices including Congressman Kevin Brady, State Representatives Lois Kolkhorst and Larry Taylor, the City of Huntsville, A.F.S.C.M.E., and the NAACP. Finally, our students also gain organizational experience by participating in the department’s three academic organizations: Pi Sigma Alpha, Journeys With Sam, and Junior Fellows. In the past, students have traveled to Austin, TX; Dallas, TX; Little Rock, AR; and Washington, DC, to participate in campaign activities, seminars, presidential inaugurations, and to visit historically important sites.

Whether you are a conventional student, fresh out of high school or a non-traditional student returning for more education there is a program for you in the Political Science department. We offer a Bachelors of Arts, (B.A.) or a Bachelors of Science, (B.S.) with specialties in American Government, International Relations and Foreign Policy, Comparative Government, Public Administration and Political Theory. We also offer a Masters of Arts, (M.A.) in these specialties and a Masters of Public Administration, (M.P.A.). Many of the classes for the M.A. and all of the classes for the M.P.A. are available at our satellite campus at the University Center in The Woodlands, Texas. Whichever program you select we know you will enjoy learning at Sam Houston State University.

We in the Political Science Department are proud of our outstanding and accomplished professors. Not only are they leaders in their fields, they care about you - our student. The professors of Political Science and Public Administration not only teach, but also learn from the students as part of their dedication to life-long learning. Our department Chair, Bob Biles is open to new ideas and programs and thus the political science department has broadened to include a global perspective. The Public Administration program continues to grow with students entering it from many diverse fields. We invite you to browse this site by clicking on any of the links on this page and explore what we have to offer on your own. If you still have questions please call or email the department secretary; Peggy Ellenberger for more information. She can be reached at (936) 294-1457 or PolSci@shsu.edu.

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