What is Political Science?

Political science is the study of constitutions, law, and government, at the local, national, and international levels, and of those things that influence the exercise of political power, such as individual interests and attitudes, norms, institutions, and culture.

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Dr. Ricardo Sánchez Méndez Presents New Book

September 17, 2026
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Department Publications

The Department of Political Science houses two academic journals, an international mediation newsletter, and two program magazines - Political Science's Alumni NewsWire and Public Administration's Public Matters.

Constitution Day

Location:
Alkek Theater
Campus Sponsor:
Department of Political Science
Every year, the Department of Political Science, Discourse in Democracy, Supporting Women in Political Science (SWIPS), and Pi Sigma Alpha host and sponsor a lecture open to all featuring a special guest speaker to celebrate Constitution Day– a federal observance that recognizes the adoption of the United States Constitution and those who have become U.S. citizens. 


 


This year, Dr. Michael Zuckert, a faculty member within the Department of Political Science from the University of Notre Dame, will present a lecture titled “The Declaration of Independence and the Rule of Law”. 


 


It will take place Thursday, September 24th at 7:00PM in the Alkek Theater! 







Please refer any questions about this event to Dr. Roger Abshire at
rpa14@txstate.edu

If you require accommodations due to a disability in order to participate, please contact 512.245.2143 at least 72 hours in advance of the event.
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Law School Fair

Location:
LBJ Student Center,301 Student Center Dr
Campus Sponsor:
Department of Political Science

Please join us for the Law School Fair at LBJ Studnet Cengter on October 6, 2026 from 4-630PM. There will be over 70 law schools at the event so come out and have your questions answered!

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