Rebekah Bailey
Rebakah Bailey, Partner at Nichols Kaster in Minneapolis
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
Audrey Tappenden
Audrey Tappenden, Economic Development Assistant for Coldwater Area Chamber of Commerce and the City of Coldwater
Lindsay (Schachtner) Ryan
Lindsay Ryan, Chief of Staff, Congressman John Moolenaar
Kyle Huisman
Research Analyst at the W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research
Robert Monaghan
Corporate Executive and Nonprofit Leader
News
McGhee wins 2024 Zeeb Scholarship for Study Abroad
Aaron McGhee is the winner of the 2024 Zeeb Scholarship for Study Abroad.
Jul 3, 2024
Pullins Wins Outstanding Paper Award
Sarah D. Pullins is the winner of the Outstanding Paper Award for Political Science and International Relations.
May 3, 2024
Retirement Tribute: Professor Michelle Miller-Adams
The Political Science Department congratulates Professor Michelle Miller-Adams on her retirement.
Apr 15, 2024
GV in DC Scholarship Winner: Jackson Tisdale
Jackson Tisdale is the recipient of the GV in DC Scholarship for the 2023-24 academic year.
Apr 5, 2024
Student named as Truman Scholarship Finalist
Junior Nancy Hoogwerf becomes fifth Laker to receive honor.
Mar 20, 2024
Events
Virtual Info Session: Gilman International Scholarship and other undergraduate fellowships that help with costs of study abroad - Interested in applying? Join me to learn more!
August 6, 2024 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Join me to learn more about the Gilman International Scholarship and other fellowships (external, competitive, high-impact opportunities) that help to defray the cost of undergraduate study abroad! The...
Seidman Alumni Social & Speaker - Founders Brewing Co.
August 14, 2024 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
LET'S GET READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL! Come "HUDDLE" up with other Seidman Alumni at Founders Brewing Co. Enjoy some free food, mingle and mix with other alumn, and listen to...
GVSU Alumni Chicago Cubs Night
August 20, 2024 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Join the Chicago Alumni Network for a fun night at Wrigley Field! Reconnect with fellow Chicago alums and watch the Chicago Cubs take on the Detroit Tigers. Cost includes a $10 food voucher...
BRENA Beach Bash at the Ballpark
August 23, 2024 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
GR's most popular party band, BRENA, is ready to have fun! Stop by the GVSU Alumni tent at Sullivan Field to connect with fellow alumni, and pick up GVSU swag items! Wear your beach gear and...
GVSU Rowing 60th Anniversary Celebration
September 7, 2024 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Alumni, former coaches, families, and friends of the Laker Navy are invited to celebrate 60 years of rowing at GVSU. Join us at the Alumni House in Allendale to connect with fellow alumni and friends,...