政治学文学士-政治理论

该集中精力探索诸如民主，自由，经济阶级，革命，种族/民族和性别/性观念等概念。学生们批判性地分析了政府的结构，语言的谱系和已建立机构的霸权如何塑造强大和边缘化群体之间的关系。与其他学生相比，具有理论或哲学背景的学生在法学院入学考试（LSAT）中始终获得最高分，并且他们在法学院中的表现也往往更好。这是因为政治理论课程要求仔细阅读复杂的文章，分析替代职位的逻辑以及清晰而有说服力的书面论证。传统上，政治理论也被认为是政治生涯的基础。此外，这是人道主义倡导，非营利，激进主义，智囊团，编辑工作和新闻事业的起点。
The political science major provides systematic knowledge of the nature and scope of political science. In addition, a political science major is preparation for general education, good citizenship and participation in political life. Political Science at CSULB offers students the foundational knowledge and skills essential to understand and engage issues relevant to our common political life today. The Department provides a supportive academic community through dedicated faculty and staff, numerous programs and clubs, and facilitating connections to the alumni and resources students need to succeed in college and beyond.