Area Studies
Faculty within the department of political science are involved in a number of area studies program in the university. Advising for area studies majors is handled through those programs and not by department of political science advisers. Students wishing to combine a political science major or minor with another program should consult the information provided on the program page.
African & African-American Studies
The African & African American Studies Program explores the legacy of the African diaspora and African descended people's global experiences.
Asian Studies
The Asian Studies Program provides resources and training in Asian languages, cultures, history, politics and economics.
Gender Studies
Gender Studies examines women’s and men’s differing participation in work, the family, political systems, and creative endeavors.
International & Global Studies
International & Global Studies is for students who want to understand a complex world, who want to cross international borders, and transcend cultural boundaries
Latino & Latin American Studies
Latin American & Latinos Studies promotes knowledge of and public engagement with the many peoples that comprise Latin America, the Caribbean, and the U.S. Latina/o/x community.
Middle East Studies
Middle East Studies is dedicated to the study of the modern Middle East and the geo-cultural area in which Islamic civilization prospered and continues to shape world history.