NIU Political Science

Political Science - Washington, D.C. spring break trip! Follow the link for details.

Washington, D.C. Spring Break Trip - NIU - Department of Political Science Students and faculty will travel to the nation's capital for an intensive five-day, four-night, hands-on seminar in government and politics. We will tour and meet officials at the White House, Congress and Supreme Court as well as network with DC-area alumni. The travel portion will take place durin...

Check it out! Dr. Schraufnagel is interviewed for his newest book, CONFLICT IN CONGRESS: A CALL FOR MODERATION! It is certainly a timely read and as important as ever right now!

‘A powder keg of unrest’: NIU political scientist confronts legislative discourse in latest book | NIU Newsroom In the face of escalating political tension and increasing polarization, NIU political science professor Scot Schraufnagel has released a timely and innovative exploration of legislative...

Political Science Open House Please join us Wednesday, April 10th from 5:00 - 7:00 pm in the Stevens Hall lobby for our annual Open House event. Faculty will be in attendance, so bring all your Political Science questions! Learn more about our inclusive groups: Mock Trial, Model U.N., Student Advisory Council, and Model Illinoi...