EIU Political Science

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EIU Political Science Preparing students for government, nonprofit, private sector careers, law school, and graduate school opportunities.

EIU's Political Science department offers several degree programs:
1) BA in Political Science, with options in International Studies and Civic/Nonprofit Leadership
2) MA in Political Science, with an online option in Public Administration/Public Policy www.eiu.edu/poliscigrad
3) Graduate certificate in Public Planning, with significant GIS training. All students learn to use social science research methods to analyze political phenomena. We require applied learning experiences through internships, research, and undergraduate simulations. Our students gain key skills in writing, communication and analysis, preparing them for a variety of careers and preparing them to be responsible citizens.

Meet Your Political Science GA!We’re excited to introduce our Political Science Graduate Assistant, Muhammad Yeasin!Prog...
10/08/2026

Meet Your Political Science GA!

We’re excited to introduce our Political Science Graduate Assistant, Muhammad Yeasin!

Program: Master of Arts in Political Science.
Fun Fact: I enjoy playing soccer!

Muhammad Yeasin is looking forward to getting to know everyone, working with students and faculty, and being a part of the Political Science Department throughout the school year. We’re excited for a great year filled with learning, involvement, and opportunities!

Be sure to say hello and welcome Muhammad Yeasin to the department! 🐾

Meet Your Political Science GA!We’re excited to introduce our Political Science Graduate Assistant, Reagan Robson!Progra...
10/07/2026

Meet Your Political Science GA!

We’re excited to introduce our Political Science Graduate Assistant, Reagan Robson!

Program: Master of Arts in Public Administration and Public Policy.
Fun Fact: I have 5 cats!

Reagan is looking forward to getting to know everyone, working with students and faculty, and being a part of the Political Science Department throughout the school year. We’re excited for a great year filled with learning, involvement, and opportunities!

Be sure to say hello and welcome Reagan to the department! 🐾

Meet Your Political Science GA!We’re excited to introduce our Political Science Graduate Assistant, Joaquin Ramirez!Prog...
10/06/2026

Meet Your Political Science GA!

We’re excited to introduce our Political Science Graduate Assistant, Joaquin Ramirez!

Program: Master of Arts in Political Science
Fun Fact: I was born on Feb. 29th.

Joaquin is looking forward to getting to know everyone, working with students and faculty, and being a part of the Political Science Department throughout the school year. We’re excited for a great year filled with learning, involvement, and opportunities!

Be sure to say hello and welcome Joaquin to the department! 🐾

Thank you to Jeremy Cirks, Richard Greenfield, and Marty McCormack for visiting Professor Morris’s class yesterday! Each...
10/06/2026

Thank you to Jeremy Cirks, Richard Greenfield, and Marty McCormack for visiting Professor Morris’s class yesterday! Each serves as a Senior Advisor to the Illinois State Treasurer, sharing valuable insights and perspectives with our students. We appreciate you taking the time to speak with our students! 👏

🎉 Congratulations to our very own Professor Morris! We are so proud to celebrate this well-deserved achievement. Please ...
10/05/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our very own Professor Morris! We are so proud to celebrate this well-deserved achievement. Please join us in congratulating Professor Morris!

📢 Call for Proposals - IPSA 2026 Annual ConferenceThe Illinois Political Science Association (IPSA) is now accepting pro...
10/01/2026

📢 Call for Proposals - IPSA 2026 Annual Conference

The Illinois Political Science Association (IPSA) is now accepting proposals for its 2026 Annual Conference!

Faculty, graduate students, and supervised undergraduate students are invited to share their research and take part in the conference.

📅 Saturday, November 7, 2026
📍 Harper College, Palatine, Illinois
💰 Registration: Students $20 | Faculty $50

Interested in presenting your research? Submit your proposal to [email protected]

We’re looking forward to welcoming Jeremy Cirks and Carter Hendren to campus next week! These visitors will provide our ...
09/30/2026

We’re looking forward to welcoming Jeremy Cirks and Carter Hendren to campus next week! These visitors will provide our students with opportunities to learn from professionals, hear about careers in government and public service, and gain valuable insight beyond the classroom. 🏛️📚

Interested in a career in public service, government, or public policy?The University of Illinois Springfield is offerin...
09/30/2026

Interested in a career in public service, government, or public policy?

The University of Illinois Springfield is offering two exciting internship opportunities for students and recent graduates interested in gaining hands-on experience in public service!

Thank you to Career Services for sharing this information and helping connect students with these opportunities!

Last week, PLS 1500 visited Career Services at EIU! Students learned about the resources and support available to help t...
09/28/2026

Last week, PLS 1500 visited Career Services at EIU! Students learned about the resources and support available to help them prepare for their future careers, explore opportunities, and build professional skills. Thank you to Career Services for taking the time to meet with our students! 💙

Meet Your Political Science GA!We’re excited to introduce our Political Science Graduate Assistant, John Slater!Program:...
09/23/2026

Meet Your Political Science GA!

We’re excited to introduce our Political Science Graduate Assistant, John Slater!

Program: Master of Arts in Political Science
Fun Fact: My appendix burst at Disney World!

John is looking forward to getting to know everyone, working with students and faculty, and being a part of the Political Science Department throughout the school year. We’re excited for a great year filled with learning, involvement, and opportunities!

Be sure to say hello and welcome John to the department! 🐾

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