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A Welcome Message from our new Department Chair
Welcome to the start of a new school year! We are thrilled to have you back on campus. On behalf of the faculty and staff of the Political Science Department, we hope that you have a successful semester.
- Jay Goodliffe
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The Buzz in the Air
A Message to Parents
Today is my favorite day on the BYU campus. It is the first day of new student orientation. I love the buzz in the air, and I love to see these kids bursting with excitement (and nervousness) about what lies ahead.
Most of these students are very faithful Latter-Day Saints. But some of them come to us with serious concerns about their faith and their status in the church. They have deep questions that are hard to answer. Some are already rapidly proceeding towards the exits. As BYU faculty, we do everything we can to build their faith. We give them reasons to stay.
Most of these students are mentally and emotionally strong, but a rapidly growing proportion come to us with depression and anxiety. As BYU faculty, we try to help strengthen them and steer them towards resources that can help.
Most of these students come here loaded with privilege. They are very kind, good-hearted kids, but they don’t always see how that privilege has shaped their world. As BYU faculty, we try to help them see so that they can love their brothers and sisters with more empathy.
Most of these students come to us brimming with confidence, but they will all face challenges. They discover quickly that BYU is an intellectually challenging place. They learn quickly that adulthood is laced with a variety of challenges they hadn’t anticipated. And some come to us with a history of abuse, neglect, disability, or economic hardship that has stolen their confidence. As BYU faculty, we teach all of our students that they are children of God with an unlimited, divine potential.
Most of these students fit in quite easily socially, but too many feel they don’t belong. This may be due to their race or ethnicity, their economic background, their sexual orientation or identity, their family history, or any number of reasons. As BYU faculty, we welcome each of them. We let them know—regardless of where they come from—that they belong; they belong with us.
So, to all you parents out there who have or hope to have your children join us at BYU, know that we, as BYU faculty, have your back. We will love your children as we love our own. We are not perfect, but they are safe with us.
- Sven Wilson
August 26, 2021
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Meet your new Academic Advisor!
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Andrew Roberts
Andrew is an Academic and Professional Development Manager in the Liberal Arts Advisement and Careers office where he helps students make informed decisions about their education to develop the skills and competencies needed for life and work. He has worked in a variety of educational institutions and positions, including a high school English teacher, Creative Writing instructor, Academic Advisor, and Student Success Manager. Andrew earned a BA in English Teaching with a minor in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) from Brigham Young University and a Master of Education in Educational Leadership with an emphasis in Higher Education from Northern Arizona University.
Andrew is passionate about helping students approach their education with intention to become career ready. Outside of work, he enjoys reading, playing trading card games, going to the movies, and watching his three kids under the age of five try new things.
1041 JFSB | (801) 422-3541 | andrew_roberts@byu.edu
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Special Courses to Consider for Winter 2022
As you register for Winter, please consider the following Special Topics courses. these sometimes get overlooked in the online Course Schedule. These courses count towards upper-division elective requirements in the Political Science BA, the Political Science minors, and some majors in the Kennedy Center!
POLI 379R 001: Interventions in Civil War
POLI 379R 002: Intro to Open-source Intelligence
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Wade Jacoby Prize
The European Union Studies Association recently voted to name EUSA's prize for Best Dissertation the Wade Jacoby Prize. In announcing the news, the Chair of the European Union Studies Association, Sara Wallace Goodman, noted, "Wade loved working with students, and this prize honors his spirit and memory."
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Currently accepting submissions for next year's Journal of Political and International Studies!
The first submission deadline for the fall semester is on Friday, October 1st at 5pm. The final submission date is Monday, December 20th at 5pm. Students can submit their papers to byusigmajournal@gmail.com. To learn more and see what kind of papers we accept, click here.
We are also looking for editors to join our team. If you are interested in being copy/content editors for Sigma, email byusigmajounral@gmail.com or fill out this application by Friday, October 1st at 5pm: |
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The BYU Political Affairs Society (BYUPAS) and Women in Politics (WIP) are hosting a joint opening social on Tuesday, September 14th at 7pm in JFSB B003. Stop by to learn more about the clubs, get to know students and professors in the Political Science program, and munch on FREE Crumbl cookies!! To make sure we get enough sweet treats, please RSVP before the event by filling out this google form:
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Wondering what you will do after graduation? Trying to figure out how to expand your professional network while still in school? Need a valuable internship?
Come to the Foreign Service Student Organization opening social tonight at 6 pm in HRCB 238!
There will be JDAWGS, friends, and tons of information. The flyer includes all the information you need to know! We hope to see you there!
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The 16th Annual Utah Conference on Undergraduate Research
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This conference will be held on Friday, February 25, 2022 at Dixie State University. We encourage all undergraduate students involved in a mentored research project to participate in the conference.
Students will need to submit their abstracts here beginning September 1, 2021. The abstract submission deadline is Monday, November 1st.
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Have you ever noticed discrimination and injustices in the world? Have you ever wondered how you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of others?
Students for International Development (SID) is a BYU club sponsored by the Kennedy Center dedicated to helping students learn how to further sustainable development efforts around the globe. Political science plays an important role in effectively relieving suffering and promoting equality.
Learn how you can make a difference by getting involved in SID, with meetings every Thursday at 7:30 PM in 238 HRCB. Connect with us on our social media or at byu.sid@gmail.com to stay up-to-date on events and development related opportunities.
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Victory Institute brings outstanding LGBTQ college students to Washington, DC, for an 8- or 10-week intensive leadership program, including an internship with an LGBTQ-friendly member of Congress.
This is a paid opportunity and includes a stipend, housing in DC, as well as travel and registration to the International LGBTQ Leaders Conference in December 2022. The internship is open to current undergraduate students of all genders, orientations, abilities, races, and political affiliations.
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Did you know that the Harold B. Lee Library offers free software training classes for students, staff, and faculty?
With this service, you can learn Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Excel, and other programs all for free! Along with these classes, they also offer micro-credential badges that you can then use on your resume.
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New Course to Fulfill Physical Science GE
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Still need to fulfill your Physical Science GE or interested in how you can make a more positive impact on the environment?
Check out one of the newest courses offered here at BYU. Climate Change: Science and Solutions offers students a chance to evaluate the facts and myths regarding climate change, examine the forces contributing and perpetuating it, and explore how individuals and societies can be better examples of environmental stewardship. This course will be taught by Dr. Ben Abbott, a leading Environmental Scientist here at BYU and in Utah. Spots are still available so sign up if you can!
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