A degree in political science from Texas A&M remains one of the most flexible tools in building a diverse and enriching career: just ask Lieutenant Colonel Kenneth Bell, ’10. (Also: Kenneth welcomes contact from current students on LinkedIn!) In the short time since his graduation, he has built an impressive career serving at the crossroads […]
Department of Political Science News
Department Seeking Mentors Ready to Pass It Back
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 […]
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 […]
Renowned pollster Clifford Young joins Bush School as visiting political science professor
Young is president of polling and societal trends at Ipsos and has decades of experience in the field Clifford Young, Ph.D., a globally recognized expert in measuring and analyzing public opinion, will join The Bush School of Government and Public Service for the upcoming academic year, teaching classes and conducting research that will draw on […]
Politicians need to project sincerity. A recent Texas A&M study suggests that one common strategy works – and another does not
Extreme policy positions undermine public trust even in polarized times, while voters appear to respect politicians who talk in terms of right and wrong, according to researchers with The Bush School of Government and Public Service BRYAN/COLLEGE STATION, TX – Leading up to the 2020 election, two Texas A&M University political scientists wanted to know how […]
Nuclear deterrence? Some countries think you don’t actually need the bomb
Bush School professor Matthew Fuhrmann, Ph.D., writing in War on the Rocks, explains that getting close is a popular strategy, which he calls latent nuclear deterrence Most countries that could develop nuclear weapons are not following Charles de Gaulle’s example. France’s famous former president thought his country needed nuclear weapons to prevent the use of […]
