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Come to the office by WEDNESDAY to reserve your spot on the Utah State Capitol visit this FRIDAY.
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NEW WINTER SEMESTER POLI SCI COURSES
The following new winter semester courses count towards upper-division major requirements. If these courses don’t appear in your MAP, you can contact the Liberal Arts Advisement Center to make a substitution. |
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POLI 398 Careers Seminar
with Prof. Ryan Davis
This class teaches you how to get a job with a political science degree. The Careers Seminar is a 1-credit course consisting of weekly visits by successful professionals with backgrounds in political science. Recent visitors have worked lobbying, nonprofits, technology and consulting, and government at the state and national levels. The seminar encourages BYU students to think about different ways of using their political science degree, and also to connect with people in different fields. Visitors provide practical advice about how to improve one's resume, what to do in interviews, how to approach people in professional settings in person or by email, and how to think about the relationship between your career and the meaning of your life. Thursdays 5-5:50pm in 238 HRCB.
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POLI 359R sec 003: Protests and Revolution
with Prof. Ricardo Vernet
POLI 359R is a very exciting course. The course examines origins of protest movements and revolutions and their political consequences. Our focus is on key concepts, theories, debates, and cases. An important aspect of the course is a discussion of recent cases of protests. For example, we examine the Sandinistas, Lavalas, Occupy, and Arab Spring. Students usually enjoy this part of the course. We do not cover "the golden oldies" (e.g., French, American, Russian, Chinese revolutions), though we refer to features of these revolutions from time to time. Please contact Prof. Vernet at ricardo.vernet@byu.edu or (801) 422-0918 with any questions.
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POLI 379R sec 001
with Prof. Brad Bruton
Interested in a career in intelligence? See yourself at CIA, DIA, NSA, DHS, or FBI? Prof. Brad Bruton, with over 40 years in the US Intelligence Community, now an active professional intel trainer, is returning to BYU in Winter 2024 to present “Introduction to Open Source Intelligence” for the eighth running!
Political Science 379R section 001 is a one-credit hour Seminar that meets only four times, on Tues 16 Jan, Thurs 18 Jan, Tues 23 Jan and Thurs 25 Jan from 5:00 to 8:30pm in MARB 130. Prof. Bruton will also be available for over 40 hours outside of class to meet with students and offer career advice.
The syllabus is here: tiny.cc/BrutonOSInt [B,O,S,I upper case]
Bio here
Ratemyprofessor comments here
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Come this week to learn about BYU scholarship opportunities from Cory Leonard from the Kennedy Center. Student are welcome to attend even if not enrolled in Poli 398.
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The Kennedy Center offers three 1-credit courses each semester designed for students of all levels who are interested in international studies
Winter 2024
IAS 300
W 3-3:50pm (1 credit)
Professional Development in International Studies
Students will do personal exercises designed to understand their individual strengths and professional interests, explore different professional pathways, and develop a five-year professional plan. They will receive individual and small group coaching on how best to develop and achieve their professional goals.
IAS 301R
W 12-1pm (1 credit)
Kennedy Center Lecture Series: Authoritarianism and Its Discontents
Students will engage with a wide range of distinguished scholars and writers, exploring the ways in which authoritarian political and social structures affect our world, as well as how groups and individuals advocate for reform and push for greater inclusion in decision-making. Students will practice making their own arguments about the causes and consequences of authoritarianism and protest, view international films, and will receive a free copy of the Kennedy Center book of the semester.
IAS 302R
W 4-5pm (1 credit)
International Studies Seminar: Social Movements
Students will learn to understand the causes, processes, and effects of social movements, including movements focused on human rights, women’s issues, environmental issues, and economic issues. In addition to short readings and discussions, students will speak with distinguished scholars and practitioners, as well as study a social movement aligned with their personal interests.
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The Kennedy Center offers three 1-credit courses each semester designed for students of all levels who are interested in international studies
Winter 2024
IAS 300
W 3-3:50pm (1 credit)
Professional Development in International Studies
Students will do personal exercises designed to understand their individual strengths and professional interests, explore different professional pathways, and develop a five-year professional plan. They will receive individual and small group coaching on how best to develop and achieve their professional goals.
IAS 301R
W 12-1pm (1 credit)
Kennedy Center Lecture Series: Authoritarianism and Its Discontents
Students will engage with a wide range of distinguished scholars and writers, exploring the ways in which authoritarian political and social structures affect our world, as well as how groups and individuals advocate for reform and push for greater inclusion in decision-making. Students will practice making their own arguments about the causes and consequences of authoritarianism and protest, view international films, and will receive a free copy of the Kennedy Center book of the semester.
IAS 302R
W 4-5pm (1 credit)
International Studies Seminar: Social Movements
Students will learn to understand the causes, processes, and effects of social movements, including movements focused on human rights, women’s issues, environmental issues, and economic issues. In addition to short readings and discussions, students will speak with distinguished scholars and practitioners, as well as study a social movement aligned with their personal interests.
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Find your next worldwide destination at the Kennedy Center Study Abroad Fair! Enjoy kolaches and enter to win an airfare giveaway. BYU Study Abroad programs are a unique part of the BYU experience. Discover a program that will enhance your education. There are many options for financial aid.
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Internships, Scholarships & Jobs
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POLI 421 Teaching Assistant:
Adjunct faculty seeking sharp and committed TA for Political Science 421: Constitutional Law – Rights and Liberties. Preference for someone who (1) is a political science major (or similar field of study); (2) has a strong interest in the U.S. Constitution and Supreme Court case law; and (3) has some experience with AI (e.g., ChatGPT). Job Requirements: 8-10 hours per week, including required attendance in class (T/Th 5 – 6:15 p.m.); starting department salary: $14 / hour. Please send resume and cover letter to david_andersen@byu.edu. Interviews will be conducted at a mutually convenient time over the holiday break via Zoom.
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Winter 2024 Research Assistant Position Available
Dr. Richard Davis is seeking a research assistant for the Winter 2024 semester to assist with his research on the dynamics of policy issue position change. The job will involve library research with an expected time commitment of about 5 hours per week @ $14/hour. To apply, send a cover letter and resume to Dr. Richard Davis (richard_davis@byu.edu) no later than January 12.
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The Center for Sustainable Energy is Hiring on their Transparency & Insights Team
This position is integral to the CSE’s Transparency and Insights (T&I) team, which supports the organization’s policy development, program implementation, and marketing and outreach activities. The Junior Research Analyst will contribute to CSE’s analytical capacity, particularly in quantitative and qualitative analysis, statistical methods, data visualization and public reporting.
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Congresswoman Celeste Maloy's Office is Hiring Interns for the Winter Semester.
For more information contact her office at
166 Cannon House Office Building
(202) 225-9730 |
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Interesting in a career in tech policy? Not sure where to start?
Emerging Tech Policy Careers can help you get started.
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Want experience working on a political campaign? Now hiring: Key Volunteer Positions – Republican Rachelle Morris for Salt Lake County Council
We're looking for a few volunteers who are ready to take on a formal role in a local political campaign. Each of these positions will require 5-10 hours per week, and we are willing to offer internship credit upon request. We have the following positions open:
- Press Secretary / Communications Specialist (drafting press releases, pitching stories to reporters, copywriting)
- Social Media Specialist (Instagram reels, posting across platforms, captions, growing followers, some graphic creation in Canva)
- Graphic Designer (Graphics for social media, Flyers, etc)
- Email Marketing Specialist (drafting emails, strategy)
- Event Coordinator (plan cottage meetings, campaign events, convention booth)
If you are interested in these or other positions on the campaign, please contact Brinley Koenig at (817) 307-7836 or brinleyckoenig@gmail.com.
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