In 1999, the late Dr. Renstrom, former professor, formed the Department of Political Science's Mock Trial team. In 2006, Mock Trial became a for-credit course.
The successful teams qualified for national championships. Mock Trial is a competitive courtroom experience for students interested in law, drama, public speaking, criminal justice, creative writing, sign language, accounting, arguing, camaraderie, FUN....
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t8cKliDphnk&feature=player_embedded#!
For Mock Trial/Political Science:
https://www.givecampus.com/s/o60w2e
03/24/2026
Gifts to Mock Trial count toward the PSCI Chair's Challenge!
PSCI CHAIR'S CHALLENGE 2026!
To mark his 16th year as chair of the WMU Political Science Department, Dr. John Clark will match the first $16 of every Giving Day gift to the Department or its funds up to a total of $320! Clark says, "It's an honor to work with our dedicated faculty and outstanding students. In my role as chair, I have a unique perspective to see all the ways your donations support our students and programs. I'm grateful to our alumni and friends for their trust in us and what we do, and I look forward matching your gifts on Giving Day."
WMU Giving Day is Wednesday, March 25. The early window is open, so let the giving begin!
https://www.givecampus.com/s/o60w2e
03/24/2026
WMU Giving Day is Wednesday, March 25! Don't want to wait? The early giving window is already open!
You can support Mock Trial through the Political Science Mock Trial Fund (for immediate use) or the Mock Trial Endowment (to support Mock Trial into the future). Every gift helps!
https://www.givecampus.com/s/o60w2e
03/23/2026
DID YOU KNOW...In 2026, the Political Science Department will award more than $50,000 in scholarships to outstanding undergraduate and graduate students??? Every scholarship dollar originated with a gift to the Department, either for a specific scholarship or in undesignated funds.
WMU Giving Day is Wednesday, March 25. What a great time for YOU to support our students!
https://www.givecampus.com/s/o60w2e
03/06/2026
The WMU Mock Trial team wrapped up its competitive season at the AMTA South Bend Regional last weekend. Congratulations to Dady Lo for receiving an "Outstanding Attorney" award!
10/27/2025
WMU's Mock Trial team kicked off a new season at the Dairyland Challenge Invitational in Wisconsin. Special congratulations to Ben Bolton, who won a best witness award in his first tournament!
04/17/2025
Gifts to WMU Mock Trial count toward the Chair's Challenge!
https://secure.wmualumni.org/s/give?funds=PMOC
PSCI CHAIR'S CHALLENGE 2025!
To mark his 15th year as chair of the WMU Political Science Department, John Clark will match the first $15 of every Giving Day gift to the Department or its funds up to a total of $300. Clark says, "It's an honor to work with our dedicated faculty and outstanding students. On behalf of the Department, I'm grateful for the support of our alumni and friends on Giving Day and throughout the year."
https://wmich.edu/politics/giving
04/16/2025
Want to support WMU's Mock Trial Team on Giving Day 2025? Use this link:
https://secure.wmualumni.org/s/give?funds=PMOC
04/16/2025
04/11/2025
Get ready to support your friendly neighborhood Political Science Department!
02/10/2025
The WMU Mock Trial team wrapped up its competitive season at the AMTA South Bend Regional. Congratulations to Luke Yonker for receiving an "Outstanding Attorney" award! The team showed considerable growth under Coach Huber's leadership. We're already looking forward to next year!