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Our GOAL
To help students develop the knowledge, abilities, and values central in the study of history, political science and in liberal education to ensure that they will embrace intellectual curiosity and growth; practice citizenship, service, and civility; develop respect for the intrinsic value of all human beings; and engage in a process of academic reflection during their collegiate career. Read more »


announcement
OPEN POSITION: Catawba College is seeking applications for a one-year visiting assistant professor of politics (international/ comparative) beginning August 2013, with possibility of renewal to full-time, tenure track status. Read More »

Profiles
ProfilesFaculty:
Welcome from the Chair
Meet Our Faculty
Our Faculty's Purpose
Faculty Publications
BLOG: Bitzer on NC Politics

Students:
Featured Current Students
BLOG: Interning at the Canadian Embassy

Alumni:
Featured Graduates
BLOG: On Assisgnment in Indonesia
Alumna Teaching in Ghana
Profiles"The professors have a great line of communication with students and are never too busy to listen to you. I chose the Politics major with a concentration in Pre-Law because it is a challenging and interesting courseload, and I enjoy studying the inner workings of government and the law." Profiles"All of the professors challenged me to look for new meanings in ideas and concepts I thought I knew well. But, even more, they offered to help me grow as an individual. Catawba's History faculty challenged me to grow in my future profession as a teacher as well as a person." Profiles"My dream is to someday work in politics at the state or local level where I feel I can have the most positive impact on those constituents. The knowledge I gained and the support I received from the very involved faculty at Catawba gave me confidence that my dream is well within my sights." Profiles"I chose History as my major because I enjoyed the different History classes I took in high school. After taking several classes at Catawba and having countless talks with History faculty about my options, I discovered a career possibility in Historic Preservation." Profiles"My goal is to go to law school and eventually practice [maybe] International Humanitarian Law. I came to Catawba because of the small class sizes and the unique ability to travel ... I chose Political Science because I want to make a difference on a large scale." Profiles"I've always been intrigued by the formulation and enactment of public policy. For me the 2000 presidential election was a major determining factor in my decision to pursue a career in politics."

VIDEOVIDEO: ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT
Meet 2010 graduate Shane Aldridge and hear his thoughts on internships, the liberal arts education, and more! Watch Video »


OFFERINGS
Internships


Student ACTIVITIES
Catawba Political Science Association (CPSA)


RESOURCES

Careers in History & Politics
In the News
BLOG: NC Politics
Dr. McAllister's Course WebBooks

MAJORS & MINORS
Majors:
B.A., Administration of Justice
B.A., History
B.A., Politics:
   Concentrations:   
   - Pre-Law
   - Public Administration

Minors:
History
Political Science

Related Info:
Course Descriptions
Course Offerings
Faculty Course Rotation Schedule
Secondary Teacher Licensure


what can I do with this major?
Typical Career Paths


DID YOU KNOW?
Globalism and LocalismGlobalism and Localism is the combined focus of the History and Politics Department.
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