Natalie Cleary
Natalie Cleary, Buyer for Meijer
Study Abroad
Political Science students are strongly encouraged to take advantage of GVSU's many study abroad opportunities.
Click here for our helpful Study Abroad Guide for PLS
Also, check out GVSU's Padnos International Center an incredible resource for students contemplating study abroad.
The GVSU Political Science department has recently developed a GVSU Partnership Student Exchange program with two universities in Perugia, Italy, the sister city of Grand Rapids. Students are expected to have completed the equivalent of four semesters of Italian language to participate. Click here for more information.
Spotlights
Landon Hughes
Postdoctoral Fellow at Harvard Medical School
Kirsten Zeiter
Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist for the U.S. State Departments Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA).
James Meernik
Political Science Professor
Rebekah Bailey
Rebakah Bailey, Partner at Nichols Kaster in Minneapolis
News
Retirement of Professor John Constantelos
The Department of Political Science announces the retirement of Professor John Constantelos, who taught European and EU politics, international political economy and a variety of world politics and research methods courses for thirty years at GVSU.
Apr 22, 2025
Excellence in a Discipline Award
The GVSU Political Science Department and the International Relations program congratulate Carly Stengel (IR) and Isabella Grunwaldt (PLS), winners of the Excellence-in-a-Discipline awards for their respective majors.
Apr 15, 2025
Outstanding Student Paper Competition
Eligibility is open to all students who major in political science or international relations.
Feb 26, 2025
Victor Cardenas '00 2024 Alumni Service Award Recipient
Victor Cardenas' life has been characterized by service to the public and Grand Valley. Cardenas graduated from GVSU in 2000 with a bachelor's degree in political science. He earned a master's degree in public affairs from Indiana University and executive
Sep 30, 2024
Events
Peter C. Cook Leadership Academy Celebration of Graduates
April 24, 2025 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
This spring, we are thrilled to celebrate the newest class of Peter C. Cook Leadership Academy Fellows. As our 2025 graduates prepare to enter the next season of life, we will gather to celebrate the...
Secchia Breakfast Lecture - Adapting to 2025 Global Tariffs
May 2, 2025 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Tariffs are making frontline news since the beginning of 2025. What does this mean to businesses buying and selling around the world? How are the rapid changes in global tariffs impacting business...
GVSU Night: Rockies vs. Tigers game
May 7, 2025 6:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Join your fellow Lakers in Denver for an evening of baseball, community, and Laker pride as we cheer on the Detroit Tigers against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field! We’ll be sharing...
60th Anniversary of Education at GVSU
May 7, 2025 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
The College of Education and Community Innovation and the Education Alumni Network are celebrating 60 years of education programs at Grand Valley State University. This May we will be inviting alumni,...
Leading the Way with President Mantella in Traverse City
May 12, 2025 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us in Northern Michigan! President Philomena V. Mantella invites alumni, parents, and friends of Grand Valley State University to a special reception in Traverse City. Enjoy complimentary...