The Department of Political Science offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in three majors, Political Science, International Affairs, and Paralegal Studies. In addition, the Department offers an undergraduate certificate in Paralegal Studies and a minor in Political Science. The Department is also home to WKU's Master of Public Administration (MPA) Program where students can earn a Master's Degree and a Certificate in Local Government Administration. Political Science explores topics related to political behavior, the law, and governance both in the United States and internationally. Political Science is fundamental to understanding your rights and responsibilities as a citizen and to understanding international politics and law. Undergraduate study of politics includes courses on American politics, comparative politics, international relations, and political theory. These courses introduce you to political concepts, political behavior, policy issues, and structures of government within societies and among nations. Coursework in the major will help develop valuable analyticl communication skills. Completion of a curriculum in Political Science provides an individual with a broad background preparatory to a number of careers. Among those are government service, politics, business, teaching, research in political science, and entry into law and other graduate schools. While at WKU, we encourage our majors to Learn, Engage, and Lead. The world is their classroom. Many students study abroad, while others present original research at conferences across the United States. We offer opportunities to participate in Mock Trial, Model United Nations, and Campus YMCA Congress. Many of our students have earned national recognition for their accomplishments.