Mentoring by Former Students provides current students with a unique and invaluable perspective that goes beyond what they learn in the classroom. Current students benefit greatly from hearing how their degree can be applied in the real world, and Former Students are in the best position to offer that guidance. By sharing personal experiences, professional […]
Bush School News
Political Science Aggie Interns Impress
Each summer, Texas A&M political science students prove themselves in internships across the country and beyond. In 2024, twelve Aggies served in a wide range of positions–—from law firms in Texas to nonprofit organizations in Maryland and voter mobilization efforts nationwide. Aggie interns from the Department of Political Science are universally respected and highly coveted, […]
Allen Building’s Most Used Classrooms Get a 2025 Facelift
The next time you’re out at the Allen Building, you’ll find things looking a little different. Over the summer, each of the primary classroom spaces on the first floor received a refresh, highlighted by new seating and furniture. The recently remodeled Allen Building now offers students a brighter, more functional learning environment designed around their […]
Professors’ Podcast Helps Outside World Get Inside Political Science
When you’ve got so much expertise, how do you share it with the outside world? By going inside: with Inside Political Science, the Texas A&M–produced audio and video podcast hosted by Dr. Kirby Goidel and Dr. Todd Kent. This series brings a fresh approach to political insights. Their expert discussion leaves partisanship at the door […]
Ready to be a Master: Department Launches New Graduate Degree Program
Starting this fall, a small cohort of students will inaugurate a brand-new degree program built to equip Aggies with the skills needed to contribute to the study, development, and administration of policy in a data-rich world. The Department of Political Science at the Bush School at Texas A&M proudly announces the launch of its Master […]
Introducing POLSconnect: The New Way to Stay Connected to the Department of Political Science
Former Students and other friends of the Department of Political Science now have a new way of staying connected with their former program: POLSconnect@tamu.edu. We want to be here whenever you want to reconnect. Whether you’re planning a visit back to town, interested in a tour of our building, or simply looking to engage with […]
Bush School capstone team wins James W. McGrew Research Award
The award recognizes outstanding research by students in public administration or public policy programs A student team that studied a key national issue – how to improve a federal law governing activities that “foreign agents” must publicly disclose – has been honored with a prestigious James W. McGrew Research Award. The McGrew awards are given annually by […]
John Negroponte, who helped craft NAFTA, to explore the creation and history of the monumental trade agreement in an open-to-the-public speech
The former ambassador to Mexico will speak on the Texas A&M University campus as part of the 2025Â ConocoPhillips White House Lecture Series The man who perhaps pushed hardest for the North American Free Trade Agreement is coming to Aggieland to discuss the history and influence of NAFTA, which was among the most consequential trade agreements […]
4 million Texans rely on Affordable Care Act health care plans. They will face higher costs next year
The end of large discounts on plans, a change happening on Jan. 1, could raise prices enough that up to 800,000 Texans may have to give up their health insurance, according to the latest issue of The Takeaway More than 4 million Texans will face higher health insurance prices next year, with up to 800,000 […]
McLane Leadership in Business Award: The Bush School Honors Healthcare Leader Pete McCanna
On September 4, 2025, the Mosbacher Institute for Trade, Economics, and Public Policy hosted the 16th McLane Leadership in Business Award, honoring Pete McCanna, Chief Executive Officer of Baylor Scott and White Health (BSW). The program opened with remarks from John B. Sherman, Dean of the Bush School of Government and Public Service, followed by […]
