Political Science (B.A.)

What You’ll learn

As a political science major at La Salle, you’ll receive a rigorous and relevant education in the fundamentals of political inquiry. Our goal is to turn you into highly capable professionals and informed citizens. The Political Science department provides students with a strong grounding in each of the major sub-fields of political science – American politics, comparative politics, international relations, and political thought – as well as with the analytic tools and approaches needed to be successful in their careers. We encourage our political science majors to become independent thinkers and pursue their own lines of research. Our faculty believes that it’s necessary to equip students with the knowledge not only to understand the world, but also to think critically and make choices in pursuit of “the good life.”

Why Study Political Science at La Salle?

The approach of the Political Science department is unique, reflecting not only our Lasallian mission but also on our commitment to give students the kind of education that will benefit them in graduate school, law school, and throughout their career. As a political science major, students will not only receive a top-notch education in line with the Lasallian mission, but also numerous opportunities to learn through internships and political activism.

Curriculum, Courses and Requirements

Highlighted Courses

POL 311 – Women In Politics

POL 314 – Mass Media And Politics

POL 341 – Globalization and International Decision Making

Meet the Faculty

Faculty in the Political Science Department host and participate in a number of events throughout the year for our majors and the wider La Salle community. Among these events are the annual Constitution Day Panel, the Lasallian Forum for Politics and Policy, film nights, and election night parties.

Faculty Team

Career Opportunities

Backed by their ability to research, think critically, make evidence-based arguments, and address political and policy issues, students will be competent and prepared to handle their chosen careers. Our graduates have found themselves in high-level government positions, nonprofits, institutions of higher learning, and more. Our students have participated in internships or received jobs at:

National Constitution Center
United States Department of Homeland Security
United States Environmental Protection Agency Region III
United States Marshall’s Service
White House Internship Program
World Affairs Council
Congressional Offices (State and Federal)
Mayor’s Office of Philadelphia
World Affairs Council
Philadelphia District Courts

Ludmille Glaude, ’18

Upon coming to La Salle, Ludmille Glaude, ’18, immediately carved a spot for herself as an Explorer by getting involved on campus. She was on the women’s club rugby team, former president of the African American Student League, and tirelessly addressed issues of social injustice in the world, using her voice to help others find their own. She used that same voice to introduce former First Lady of the United States Michelle Obama when she spoke on campus in 2016.

Ludmille recognizes Philadelphia as the perfect city to explore her passions and to help fulfill her dreams. With so many internship opportunities available in a city as large as Philadelphia, she had several internships which helped her build an impressive resume. However, she says the friendly community on campus was her favorite part of La Salle.

From left to right: Alisa Macksey, vice president for mission, diversity, and inclusion; Distinguished Lasallian Educator Faculty Award recipient Kelly Daily, Ph.D., associate professor and chair of the Communication and Expressive Arts Department; Distinguished Lasallian Educator Staff Award recipient Daniel S. “Reg” Kim, lead student success coach and lecturer in the Department of Religion and Theology; and President Daniel J. Allen, Ph.D.

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