The document provides an overview of the political science program offered at South Seattle College, North Seattle College, and Seattle Central College. It discusses what students would learn in the program including political theory, American politics, international relations, and comparative politics. It also outlines potential education pathways and careers after completing the program such as government work, policy analysis, campaign management, education, nonprofit leadership, law, and journalism.

1. Program Name
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Presenter Name Goes Here
Political Science
Dr. Larry Cushnie

2. What is a Political Science Major?
Where is this program offered?
• South Seattle College
• North Seattle College
• Seattle Central College
Political Science is the study
of power
• Political Theory
• American Politics
• International Relations
• Comparative Politics

3. What do you learn?
Classes at South
• POLS&201 – Political Theory
• POLS&202 – American Government
• POLS&203 – International Relations
• POLS 210 – Cannabis & Social Justice
• Changes across the Seattle Colleges
Themes
• Social movements
• Political participation
• Colonialism, Imperialism, Postcolonialism
• International Politics
• Purpose of human communities
• Law & justice
• Human rights

4. Education Pathway
Transfer to programs in:
• Political Science
• Sociology
• Geography
• History
• Philosophy
• Legal Studies/Social Justice
• Anthropology
• Social Sciences in general
• Available at every
college/university

5. Careers/Jobs
Internships (+ many more)
• Washington State Legislative Internship
Program
• Political campaigns
• Legal internships
• Non-profit organizations
Careers (to name a few)
• City, County, State, & Federal
Government
• Policy Analyst
• Campaign Manager
• Education
• Non-profit leadership
• Attorney
• Lobbyist
• Communications
• Journalism

6. Q & A
Contact Information
Email: lawrence.cushnie@seattlecolleges.edu
Phone: (206) 934-6611

7. Next Session
Return to Main Session
(select “Leave Breakout Room” to return)

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