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Political Science and Sociology

Learn Civic Responsibility
& Leadership.

Through a study of government, law, public policy, international relations, and area studies, our mission is to prepare students with knowledge and skills for a number of career possibilities, and to instill civic responsibility and leadership

About the Department

We are a dynamic, student-centered department that offers bachelor’s degrees in both political science and sociology. Classes are taught by award-winning faculty, and students get firsthand experience of discipline-based careers through internship programs. Graduates of our programs have gone on to lead successful careers in government, law, public sector, non-profit management, and international and non-governmental organizations.

Our students take leadership roles in campus and community activities—through policy debate, Model United Nations, clubs, and honor societies.

Learn More About Our Department

Want to Know More?

Download these slides: Learn More About MU Political Science & Sociology and watch this video centered around one student leader at MU:

Photo of Ken E. Mitchell

Ken E. Mitchell, Ph.D.

Professor, Chair

Political Science and Sociology

Bey Hall, 248