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NEW WINTER SEMESTER POLI SCI COURSES
The following new winter semester courses may 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
The Careers Seminar consists 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.
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POLI 359R: Protests and Revolution
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. I am happy to answer any questions you have about the course.
Here is my contact information: ricardo.vernet@byu.edu or (801) 422-0918.
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Interested in a Career in Intelligence?
See yourself at CIA, DIA, NSA, DHS or FBI?
Opportunity knocks!
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.
Previous students have said:
“This is one of the most useful classes I've taken at BYU.
“I learned some super valuable skills,.”
“… provides great resources and makes the material very accessible. He is also very kind and definitely cares ….”
“... anyone interested in working in intelligence of any kind should take the class. He goes out of his way to meet one-on-one with students outside of class, and he gives great career advice. “
The syllabus is here: tiny.cc/BrutonOSInt [B,O,S,I upper case]
Bio here
Ratemyprofessor comments here
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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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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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