Political Science
Critical thinking in action
Political science is the study of power, authority and governance in human affairs. We examine the social, economic, cultural, historical, geographical and other forces that generate conflicts in and between societies.
Do you want to understand how decisions are made at different levels of government? Are you curious about how social justice issues affect you and the world?
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Announcements
Spotlight on PhD student Michael Chutskoff
October 24, 2024
Congratulations to Michael Chutskoff, PhD student, and winner of a prestigious Canada Graduate Scholarship-Doctoral Program (CGS-D) SSHRC! The title of Michael's research project is "Centering the...
Political Science Weekly Digest November 8, 2024
POLITICAL SCIENCE ANNOUNCEMENTS POLITICAL SCIENCE SPEAKERS SERIES FALL 2024Dr. Marlea Clarke, Political Science, UVicTuesday, November 26, 2024, 2:30-4 pm COR B108“Lululemon Athletica...
News
Experts on US election
On Nov. 5, Americans will go to the polls to elect the 47th president of the United States. The following 番茄社区 experts are available to media to discuss issues relating to the US...
Experts on BC election
The following 番茄社区 experts are available to media to discuss issues relating to the Oct. 19 BC election.
Oceans as sources of law
As an Indigenous law student at the 番茄社区, Andrew Ambers has found himself reflecting a great deal on the laws governing the waters around him.
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