The Department of Political Science offers a degree program leading to the bachelor of science in political science. The department introduces students to the analysis of political behavior, values, institutions, and governments. It also offers preparation for various graduate and professional studies and for careers in public service, education, and the private sector.
About Our Program
The Political Science Department blends traditional academic coursework with experiential learning opportunities like public and private sector internships, study abroad, and a Washington Semester Program where SCU students combine classroom learning with work at places like the Justice Department, international NGOs, Congress, and elsewhere.
Student Spotlights
Abigail Alvarez '22 Wins Truman Scholarship
Junior political science and Spanish double major is a longtime advocate on behalf of the disability community, service workers, and others.
Political Science Majors Accepted by Prestigious Oxford Program
Congratulations to Cassidy Block '23 and Sarah Danon '23!
Faculty & Staff
- Professor and Acting Department Chair
Terri Peretti teaches constitutional law, judicial politics, and U.S. Politics. Her current research focuses on the role of partisanship in judicial decision making in the field of election law and voting rights.
Beyond the Classroom
News & Events
Our Stories
Class of 2021 University Awards
Graduating seniors honored for their outstanding academic achievement and service to the community
Armand Aibara wins Fulbright
Armand Aibara ’21 will be an English Teaching Assistant in Mecklenburg-West Pomerania, Germany next fall
