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Political Science Department
Dept. 3197
1000 E. University Ave.
Laramie, WY 82071
Phone: (307) 766-6484
Fax: (307) 766-6771
Email: pols.info@uwyo.edu

THE POLITICAL SCIENCE FIELD

Political science explores the formal and informal institutions/processes of social regulation. Areas of focus are: analysis of government structures, the decision-making processes, policy content, and philosophical traditions.  Political scientists examine how governments mediate conflict of competing social, economic, and political values. Of interest also are the political and legal relationships among world nations.  

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The Political Science Discipline

Political scientists examine how governments mediate conflicts of competing social, economic, and political values. Of interest also are the political and legal relationships among world nations.

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UW Students Honored at Torchlight Laurels

UW Students Honored at Torchlight Laurels

May 31, 2013 — University of Wyoming students were recognized and awarded for their community service and academic achievements at the recent Torchlight Laurels ceremony.

Laramie Student Selected for Leadership Academy

Laramie Student Selected for Leadership Academy

May 15, 2013 — Wendy Martinez, a University of Wyoming political science/French student from Laramie, is among 30 students nationwide selected for the first GEAR UP Alumni Leadership Academy (GUALA) -- a 12-month development program.

UW Students Elect President, Senators

UW Students Elect President, Senators

April 15, 2013 — University of Wyoming students have elected Brett Kahler of Casper, a communications senior, as president of the Associated Students of the University of Wyoming (ASUW).

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Garrison Wins President's Stewardship Award

This year's UW President’s Faculty Stewardship Award went to Dr. Jean Garrison, Political Science Professor and Director of Global and Area Studies.

2013 Commencement

UW Graduation
The department is proud to announce and to congratulate the class of 2013 including 23 undergraduates, 29 MPA degrees & 4 MA degrees.

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