Political Science

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Explore the Department of Political Science

Whether you are interested in American politics, comparative politics, international relations or political thought, here you'll find active and engaged faculty who are widely respected and devoted to teaching. You’ll gain communication and analytic skills and the knowledge base you need to pursue careers in public service, law, business, nonprofits, education, and a large number of contemporary careers that require analytic thinking.

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2020 Pi Sigma Alpha honor society celebration

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The Corona Virus and the Constitution

The Corona Virus and the Constitution

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What's Lost if the Parties Abandon Nominating Conventions (The Hill)

What's Lost if the Parties Abandon Nominating Conventions (The Hill)

UNH political scientist Emily Baer publishes op ed in The Hill...

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Ronelle Tsheila '21

Early Activism

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    Britta McCarthy '20
    Political Science and EcoGastronomy Majors
    Britta McCarthy is a graduating senior dual majoring in political science and ecogastronomy. She is passionate about developing policy to create a more equitable and sustainable agricultural system. She participated in the UNH-in-Italy program and over the past year has conducted independent...
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    Britta McCarthy '20
    Political Science and EcoGastronomy Majors
    Britta McCarthy is a graduating senior dual majoring in political science and ecogastronomy. She is passionate about developing policy to create a more equitable and sustainable agricultural system. She participated in the UNH-in-Italy program and over the past year has conducted independent...
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  • Darby O’Neil with Jeanne Sokolowski, director, Office of National Fellowships
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    Darby O’Neil '20
    Political Science and International Affairs Majors
    Granite Stater Darby O’Neil came to UNH in order to discover the world. She originally wanted to attend a university in Washington, D.C., but ultimately chose UNH because it was a better financial fit for her and her family. But that didn’t stop the political science and international affairs dual...
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    Darby O’Neil '20
    Political Science and International Affairs Majors
    Granite Stater Darby O’Neil came to UNH in order to discover the world. She originally wanted to attend a university in Washington, D.C., but ultimately chose UNH because it was a better financial fit for her and her family. But that didn’t stop the political science and international affairs dual...
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    Alumni
    Stephanie Hopkins '19
    Political Science M.A. | Paralegal
    What are you currently doing for work? Paralegal contractor with FSA, servicing the USAO. I work as a legal support for the attorneys of the Federal District Courts, preparing case files and filing motions in the criminal division. How did your education in COLA prepare you for life after college...
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    Stephanie Hopkins '19
    Political Science M.A. | Paralegal
    What are you currently doing for work? Paralegal contractor with FSA, servicing the USAO. I work as a legal support for the attorneys of the Federal District Courts, preparing case files and filing motions in the criminal division. How did your education in COLA prepare you for life after college...
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    Cameron Brusko '19
    Political Science and Justice Studies Majors
    Cameron Brusko grew up in the football rich community of Bethlehem, Pa. However, when it came time to choose a university to attend (and play football), he chose to bring his talents to UNH and Sean “Coach Mac” McDonnell ’78. As a justice studies and political science dual major and Wildcat...
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    Cameron Brusko '19
    Political Science and Justice Studies Majors
    Cameron Brusko grew up in the football rich community of Bethlehem, Pa. However, when it came time to choose a university to attend (and play football), he chose to bring his talents to UNH and Sean “Coach Mac” McDonnell ’78. As a justice studies and political science dual major and Wildcat...
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    Alumni
    Erin Getz '18
    Political Science Major | Government Affairs Coordinator, National Association of Chemical Distributors
    Describe what you are currently doing for work and the path you took to get to this point? My current role is as the coordinator of government affairs for the National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD). In this role, I split my time evenly between legislative and regulatory affairs. At...
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    Erin Getz '18
    Political Science Major | Government Affairs Coordinator, National Association of Chemical Distributors
    Describe what you are currently doing for work and the path you took to get to this point? My current role is as the coordinator of government affairs for the National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD). In this role, I split my time evenly between legislative and regulatory affairs. At...
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Oct
05

First Monday: Women in the 2020 Election: Identity, Stereotypes and Expectations

Oct
12

The Rutman Distinguished Lecture Series: The 2020 Election, with Callie Crossley

Nov
10

The Rutman Distinguished Lecture Series: The 2020 Election, with Callie Crossley

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