The document discusses the field of political science, which involves the study of government, public policy, and political processes. It notes several subfields and career paths for political science students, including government, law, business, journalism, teaching, and international organizations. The document also provides information about political science courses, careers, skills developed, quotes, reasons to attend Colby Community College, campus life, and contact details for further information.

1. in
Colby
Community
College

2. My major
Political Science
Political science is the study
of government, public
policies, and political
processes and behavior.
Political science subfields
include:
political theory, political philosophy,
political ideology, political economy,
policy studies and analysis, comparative
politics, international relations,
and a host of related fields.

3. Are you interested in
American politics,
or international affairs?
Political science students
can gain a versatile set of
skills that can be applied in
a wide range of exciting
careers including:
Federal, State and Local Governments
Law, Business, Journalism, University
and Community College teaching,
International Organizations, and
Electoral Politics.

4. Political Science
in CCC
Introduction to Criminal
Justice
Philosophy of Thought and
Logic
State and Local Government
American Government
Sociology of Families

5. Careers
Campaign Worker Foreign Service Worker
Journalist Intelligence Agent
Policy Analyst City Manager
Political Consultant Social Worker
Strategic Planning Consultant

6. Develop yourself
• Making decision
• Computer literacy
• Research skills
• Leadership abilit
• Solving Problems
• Oral and written
communication

7. “There is no such thing as political science, but there are
tenancies so strong that they might as well be called laws
of nature.”
- Jeff Greenfield

8. Why
Colby Community College ?
• Ranked #10 in Community
Colleges in the United States
• Low student teacher 15:1
• 92% of all CCC students receive
financial aid
• Hands on learning
• 9 Varsity Sports
• 22 Academic All-Americans since
2005

9. Life in campus

10. Contact Information
Dr. Michael Thompson
michael.thompson@colbycc.e
du
785-460-5530

11. www.colbycc.edu
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