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Political Science

A degree in political science

Majoring in political science is useful to those planning on a career in law, government, politics, education, media, business, healthcare administration, information technology and nonprofit administration. Political science students graduate with versatile analytic and technical skills that prepare them for careers in many fields.

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M.P.A. student honored as Michigan Apprentice of the Year

M.P.A. student honored as Michigan Apprentice of the Year

Unique career path example of M.P.A. students' diverse backgrounds. Rachel Harbin is a member of the UAW Local 106, and works for General Motors at the Warren Tech Center as a metal model maker journeyperson. She earned her journeyperson's card in December after completing 7,328 hours of on-the-job training and 700 classroom hours.

From grad student to executive vice president: Q&A with M.P.A. alumnus Charles Sturtz

From grad student to executive vice president: Q&A with M.P.A. alumnus Charles Sturtz

Higher education was transformative for alumnus Charles Sturtz. He was drawn to Wayne State's masters of public administration program due program’s partnership with the Citizens Research Council of Michigan.
Political science student lends voice to underserved on campus and beyond

Political science student lends voice to underserved on campus and beyond

Sophomore Dalia Ibrahim is working to make an impact at Wayne State before she goes on to change the world. Ibrahim, a political science major, has dedicated much of her time as an undergrad to helping marginalized populations both on and off campus.
M.P.A. student helps to reduce WSU student food insecurity

M.P.A. student helps to reduce WSU student food insecurity

For current M.P.A. student Rainesha (Rai) Williams-Fox, 2017 was an exciting year. As the coordinator of The W Food Pantry, she has been working to help reduce food insecurity among Wayne State University students since the pantry's opening in April 2017.

AGRADE M.P.A. Spotlight: Pennie Pelligrini

AGRADE M.P.A. Spotlight: Pennie Pelligrini

"I have been able to flourish as a non-traditional student and accomplish the undergraduate degree that I have been working to complete over the last 13 years. I did not come to WSU with the intentions of attending graduate school, but through my acceptance into the AGRADE Program, I now recognize how beneficial a higher level of education will expand my future career goals and opportunities." AGRADE is an accelerated graduate enrollment program that allows students to complete their B.S. and M.S. degrees in five years.
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Professor Brad Roth smiles, surrounded by family and friends, holding a plaque in recognition of his President’s Awards for Excellence in Teaching.

Academic Recognition Ceremony celebrates faculty, staff excellence

SURGE mentorship program helps Wayne State undergrads prepare for graduate school

Wayne State offers tuition discount for out-of-state students in select graduate programs

Michigan expert weighs in on U.S. cutting intelligence sharing with Ukrain
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Lent D. Upson Lecture Series

Lent D. Upson Lecture Series