Political Science & International Affairs

Are you interested in current events and the state of world affairs? Are you curious about the inner workings of government or working with the public?

The Department of Political Science and International Affairs (PSIA) offers six undergraduate degrees, two minors, and two graduate degrees in the areas of political science, international affairs, and strategic and security studies. Two of our undergraduate political science degrees focus on pre-law and American politics.

"Over the past five years, PSIA students have earned $1.5 million from scholarships such as the Truman, Gilman, Fulbright and more."

We invite you to explore your options and find out how we can get you started on your career!

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Spotlights

Anna Caitlyn Anderson

Anna Caitlyn "AC" Anderson, Political Science with Pre-Law Concentration (B.S.) Minor in Spanish

Jelma Flores-Mota

Jelma Flores-Mota, Political Science with Pre-Law Concentration (B.S.) Minor in Public Relations

New Zealand Perspective

New Zealand Student shares about her participation in the UNG-Massey University Course Partnership.

Dr. Craig Greathouse

Dr. Craig Greathouse professor and associate department head for Political Science and international Affairs, discusses his background.

Massey University Course Testimonials

Students talk about their participation in the Massey University Course Partnership.

Seminars and Conferences

Students attend National-Level Seminars and Conferences

Georgia Political Science Association

Students talk about their participation with GPSA.

Georgia Legislative Internship Program

Students talk about their experience as interns.

Dr. Bibek Chand

Hailing from Katmandu, Dr. Chand received his undergraduate degree from Iowa’s Wartburg College, and his graduate degree from Florida International University.

Ben Harkins

Ben Harkins, Political Science with a Pre-Law Concentration (B.S.)

News

Three receive study abroad grants

UNG students Melena Appling, Edleen Henriquez, and Susana Olivo Sandoval received funding from CIEE to study abroad in 2022 or 2023.

Seven selected for Gilman Scholarships

With seven Gilman Scholarship winners announced this spring, UNG now has 19 total recipients for the 2021-22 cycle. The scholarship enables students to study abroad.

Four students win Boren scholarships

Four UNG students won Boren scholarships in spring 2022 to support their language and cultural learning opportunities, and two were named alternates.

Torres honored by University System

UNG alumna Katherine Torres was honored at the University System of Georgia's Academic Recognition Day in February.

Student is intern in governor's office

UNG student Carly Evans is taking part in the Governor's Internship Program for the spring 2022 semester.

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