Political Science Department
901 South National Avenue, Springfield, MO 65897
Phone: (417) 836-5630
Fax: (417) 836-6655
Location: Strong Hall Room 307
Degrees and Programs
The Political Science Department offers several degree programs, including a bachelor's degree in either Political Science or Public Administration, as well as separate Master's degrees in Public Administration and Global Studies. The Department also offers a graduate Certificate of Public Management and a joint Graduate Certificate in Homeland Security and Defense.
Faculty and Staff
This page provides links to the home pages of each faculty. Click here to find email addresses, phone numbers, and other useful information.
FACULTY NEWS:
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Dr. Kevin Pybas Recognized as Outstanding Pre-Law Faculty Advisor
Dr. Kevin Pybas, Associate Professor of Political Science, is the recipient of the 2010 Phi Alpha Delta National Award for Outstanding Pre-law Faculty Advisor. Dr. Pybas was chosen from among hundreds of Chapter advisors across the Country. This award is a reflection of the commitment and dedication of Dr. Pybas in mentoring students who are contemplating careers in the legal profession. Phi Alpha Delta is the national, preeminent law fraternity designed to advance the legal profession. The MSU Chapter was recently recognized as one of the top three Chapters in the Country, topped only by the University of California, Berkeley.
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The
Political Science Department is saddened
by the sudden and unexpected death of
one of its alumni,
Bryan Fawks, an assistant professor
of Political Science at Lincoln
University
in Jefferson City.
Course Information and Class Schedules
Click here to find course information listed by course number, section, and title. This link also provides links to official course catalog descriptions and registration information...
Resources for Students
This is the place to find information about scholarships, student clubs, honor societies, and our Model UN program. You will find information about the kinds of careers that are available for those with a political science or public administration degree.
Scholarship Information
Several scholarships are available for students majoring in political science or public administration. These are open to juniors, seniors, and declared political science majors. Call the Departmental office (836-5630) for more information or click on the following link for current Scholarship information.
Faculty Areas of Expertise
Looking for a speaker at an upcoming meeting? Click on the above link for faculty areas of expertise.
MSU Poll Research Center
The Missouri State University Poll Research Center uses a professionally trained research staff to conduct survey research through the Center for Social Science and Public Policy Research on the campus of Missouri State University. The Center also conducts Internet, focus group, and mail-based research on questions of political and social interest. The Center partners with non-profit, community, business, and media outlets to collect information of public interest and for the public good.
Recent Reports:
We
are located in the
College of
Humanities and Public Affairs
Would you like to make a financial contribution to support departmental scholarships? Click the link below to make an on-line pledge:
On-Line Pledge
For more information contact Dr. George Connor, Department Head, at (417) 836-5630.
Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity institution.
