Advising Info
To set up an advising appointment, please use our online appointment scheduler. If you do not see any available appointment times, feel free to reach out to polsci-advisor@umich.edu for assistance.
Important Dates:
November 23-25: Thanksgiving Break - no classes
December 9: Last day of classes
December 12-16, 19: Final Exams
Winter 2023
Registration has begun! As you prepare for registration, make sure to take a look at the Political Science subfield guide to make see what courses we're offering that fit into your plan and speak to an advisor if you have any questions.
Next semester Dr. Matt McManus will be hosting a bi-weekly political theory reading group going through Alexis de Tocqueville's classic Democracy In America. Participants will go through the book over the semester, meeting to discuss and criticize it. This is a great chance for people who might be interested but hesitant about theory to meet people in a low stress environment and go through a seminal text that many of us don't get the chance to read. Snacks will also be provided. Please contact Dr. McManus if interested at mattmcm@umich.edu.
|
|
Need a Blue Book?
Come to the Political Science Office | 5700 Haven Hall
|
|
|
Academic Experience Funding
Next Deadline: December 1, 2022
Apply Here!
The Political Science Department has a program to help support our undergraduate students by providing small amounts of funding (up to $500) to facilitate academic experiences beyond the traditional U-M classroom that advance students’ understanding of political science as a discipline. Students may use the funding to support plans for conference attendance, internships, or research projects.
Award Criteria: All Political Science majors and minors are welcome to apply for this award.
Award Amount: Up to $500
Number Awarded: Multiple awards given each semester
Deadline: Applications must be submitted prior to the start of the proposed academic experience by one of the following deadlines: October 1, December 1, February 1, April 1, June 1, August 1.
|
|
|
Did you have an Outstanding GSI? Nominate them for an award!
Have you had an outstanding GSI in one of your Political Science courses? Someone whose abilities and creativity as a teacher you'd like to see acknowledged? Someone whose advice, encouragement, and support made them an especially effective mentor for you? Let us know!
Each year the department and the Rackham Graduate School recognize outstanding graduate student teaching and we'd like your feedback on who to nominate and recognize. It doesn't take a lot of work on your part, just submit this form with the name of the GSI, the class the GSI taught and when you took it (we're looking for GSIs who taught in Fall 2021, Winter 2022, or Spring/Summer 2022), and a short statement about what made this GSI a rock star. We will be accepting nominations until Sunday, November 27, 2022!
Submit Nominations Here
|
|
|
If you're studying abroad in Winter or Spring/Summer 2023, apply to the Matthew K. Smith Study Abroad Scholarship!
About the scholarship:
The purpose of the Matt K. Smith Study Abroad Scholarship fund is to enrich students’ international experiences. Possible uses include, but are not limited to: a research project conducted abroad (for example, field research for an honors thesis, expansion of the study-abroad term paper); extra travel during a study-abroad semester to explore a new location, museum, exhibit; event tickets, subscriptions, or equipment (for example, a subscription to a premium blogging account or the purchase of a camera to document the study-abroad experience)
We encourage you to be creative and think outside the box. However, the funds are not for
purely leisure or vacation travel or such expenses.
Eligibility is limited to the following Students:
- Political Science Majors and Minors
- Students studying abroad in the Winter 2023 term or Spring/Summer 2023 term
Requirements:
You must complete the application and attach a 500-600 word essay explaining your need or desire for this scholarship award and answering the question: “What would you do if you got an extra $500 when you go to (Paris, Prague, Pamir, whatever) this semester?”
Upon return to the U.S., all students who receive the grant must write a 1,000-word report on how they spent the money and how it enhanced their international experience.
Selection is based on the quality of your answer to the question: “What would you do if you got an extra $500 when you go to (Paris, Prague, Pamir, whatever) this semester?” We understand that you may not yet know specific uses, and we don’t require a budget. Financial need is a legitimate consideration.
Deadline is December 1, 2022. Apply Here!
|
|
|
[NEW] UPSA Coffee Hour
Dr. McManus, Political Ideology and Human Rights
Monday, November 28th, 4:00-5:00pm - 5769 Haven Hall
Sign up here
[NEW] UPSA Policy Debate Contest
Wednesday, November 30 at 6:00pm - 1068 East Hall
Compete in a debate tournament.
Sign up here.
[NEW] Submit undergraduate research to the Intercollegiate U.S.-China Journal
The Intercollegiate U.S.-China Journal (IUCJ) is a bilingual, annual academic journal that provides a platform for students across the globe to publish interdisciplinary, academically rigorous research. IUCJ’s core mission is to improve understanding of the United States and China’s domestic and international affairs—including security, politics, culture, technology, economics, and the environment—through scholarly exchange. As part of the US-China Better Relations Coalition, IUCJ maintains financial and editorial independence and partners with prominent U.S.-China scholars to uphold the journal’s standard of scholarly excellence.
IUCJ is a launchpad for careers in U.S.-China Relations. We’ve published work from students at Harvard, Tsinghua, Brown, Peking University, and the London School of Economics, among numerous other top-tier universities. Our authors and team at the journal form a community of scholars who bring new, young perspectives into an ossified foreign policy discourse. The world needs to hear your voice. IUCJ is a platform to make yourself heard.
After two annual issues, IUCJ is continuing to publish. As stated above, we are now accepting articles to be considered for publication in our 2023 annual volume. There are two types of articles you may submit.
-
Research Submissions: IUCJ’s long-form publications conform to the style of a traditional academic journal. We seek to publish, rigorous, high-level academic research that engages with existing literature and creates new knowledge for the academic sphere. These pieces receive primary consideration for publication within our annual journal volume.
-
Short-form Submissions: To complement our long-form research, we seek timely analysis and commentary that responds quickly to phenomena that intensive research cannot. Some examples of short-form writing would include—but are certainly not limited to—current events analysis, opinion pieces, book and movie reviews, and interviews.
Please see our website and flyer for detailed guidelines regarding each type of submission.
Journal of Sino-American Affairs Winter 2022 Issue
Write for the Journal of Sino-American Affairs' (JOSA) Winter 2022 Issue! JOSA is a student-led, student-run publication that provides a forum for young leaders to discuss and publish on political, economic, and cultural topics relevant to U.S.-China relations. We are particularly excited to share your relevant academic papers and essays with your peers and the public. See here for our most recent past issue.
We also understand "China" as a very broad term and will certainly welcome submissions that focus on Taiwan and other parts of the Sinosphere.
Please review our submission guidelines before submitting an article and use this link to submit. Our submission deadline is Monday, 28 November 2022 at 11:59 PM PST. We hope to hear from you soon. If you have any questions, please contact the Journal of Sino-American Affairs at uschinajournal@gmail.com.
Wolverine Support Network Speaker Series
Join the Wolverine Support Network at their Speaker Series, where students, faculty, and staff will share their experiences with vulnerability and perseverance in order to destigmatize conversations about mental health on campus. Their goal is to bring together mental health advocates in the University of Michigan community to recognize the strength and resilience of those within.
Michigan Refugee Assistance Program (MRAP)
MRAP is a non-profit club on campus that works to welcome refugees into our community, both in Michigan and the country at large. MRAP works closely with local resettlement agencies to connect students with volunteering opportunities to work with and on behalf of refugees. Students can be part of one (or all) of MRAP's committees: volunteering, outreach, fundraising, education & advocacy, and [RE]vive.
Interested in learning more or getting involved? Visit MRAP's linktree to find the website, join the GroupMe, fill out an interest form, and/or follow them on social media.
|
|
Internships, Scholarships, and Student Employment
|
|
|
|
If you are planning to do an internship in Winter 2023, get credit for it by enrolling in POLSCI 399. Application information can be found on our website here.
|
|
|
[NEW] Mixed Methods Research Assistant Positions - The U-M Rural Human Services Research Project.
The UM Rural Human Services Research project is a mixed-methods research project that focuses on mapping the nonprofit human services safety new in small and rural US countries. They are searching for applicants through the Sociology Undergraduate Research Opportunities program which is a 5-8 hours a week/2-3 credit course that will mostly take place M-F 9-5. They are searching for Qualitative and Quantitative Research Assistants.
Interested applicants should contact Shoshana Shapiro at shoshap@umich.edu.
Govern for America Fellowship
The Govern For America Fellowship is a two-year program that connects graduating students from diverse backgrounds to full-time, paid government jobs and supports them to build the necessary skills to lead in government. GFA bridges the gap between state governments and emerging leaders to fill skill gaps, improve government operations, drive more equitable policy outcomes, and ignite a lifetime of public sector leadership. Applicants to the 2023 Cohort will be considered for jobs in varying government agencies from education to infrastructure.
At GFA, We:
-
Recruit recent graduates from diverse backgrounds into high-impact roles in government agencies
-
Train Fellows in effective, equitable, and innovative approaches to government service
-
Provide access to a community of GFA alumni and government leaders who provide ongoing mentorship to amplify Fellow impact
This is an excellent opportunity for current seniors or recent graduates who are looking for a way to jumpstart a career in the public sector.
Indiana State Senate Internships
The Indiana State Senate offers paid, spring-semester internships to recent and current college undergraduates as well as graduate students. Interns work directly with Indiana legislators at the Statehouse, located in downtown Indianapolis. This internship is a unique opportunity to gain practical knowledge of state government through active participation in the legislative process.
Opportunities in the Republican and Democratic caucuses are available, however the paid internship is an official state program and not a political campaign-affiliated opportunity.
Applications open until November 16th.
APSA Ralphe Bunche Summer Institute (RBSI) Program (Paid opportunity)
APSA is now accepting applications for the 2023 Ralph Bunche Summer Institute. The RBSI is an intensive five-week program designed to introduce undergraduate juniors to the world of doctoral study in political science. The 2023 institute will be held May 28 – June 29 at Duke University.
Students participating in the program take two courses for transferrable credit – one in quantitative analysis and one in race and American politics. Students also receive an introduction to the demands of graduate school, learn political science research methods, and participate in a graduate school recruitment fair. Top students in the program will also be given the opportunity to present their research at the 2023 APSA Annual Meeting in Los Angeles, California.
Applications are due January 23, 2023. Completed applications will include a resume, personal statement, and three letters of recommendation. Learn more about the program and application eligibility.
The successful applicant to RBSI receives full tuition, health insurance, transportation, room and board in a dormitory double room, books, and instructional materials. Participants also receive a food allowance and a weekly stipend.
College to Congress Summer 23 Congressional Internship
College to Congress is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that is committed to helping high-achieving, diverse, college students and recent graduates secure internships on the Hill. College to Congress creates pathways for students to intern in Congress who could not otherwise afford to do so. By empowering the next generation of passionate young leaders to kick-start their careers in public service, we get one step closer to creating a more effective Congress that reflects the true diversity of America.
Apply now to their Summer 2023 Congressional Internship Program by November 27!
U-M Office of National Scholarships and Fellowships Opportunities
Graduating Seniors are encouraged to apply to:
Additional Global & Foreign Affairs opportunities can be found HERE.
Recruitment for UK Scholarships (including the Rhodes Scholarship to Oxford and many more opportunities) will start in the winter term and our campus deadline will be the fourth Monday of August, 2023.
You will also find student-oriented resources on the ONSF Resources page, including this guide to Thinking about Gap Years, as well as a Director's Blog series. Advising is available through ONSF.
Director's Financial Analyst for Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
This unique, two-year rotational fellowship sits at the intersection of the federal government and the financial services industry. Designed to engage recent college graduates in meaningful public service work, DFAs are given the opportunity to hone analytical and problem-solving skills while helping to ensure all households have access to markets for consumer financial products and services that are fair, transparent, and competitive.
As a DFA, you will complete two year-long developmental rotations in different divisions across the CFPB. These rotations are designed to provide exposure to the analysis, strategy, research, policy development, supervision, enforcement, and rulemaking activities taking place across the agency. In a short period of time, DFAs will play an integral role in everything the CFPB does, from rigorous data-driven policy creation and market monitoring to supervision of market participants.
ELIGIBILITY AND HOW TO APPLY
The DFA program is recruiting for full-time fellowship positions that begin in June 2023.
Recent graduates who will have received an undergraduate degree on or after April 1, 2020 and before June 20, 2023 are eligible to apply. Those interested should apply at https://www.consumerfinance.gov/careers during the live application window on USAJobs.
The application will be open from Tuesday, November 1 through Monday, November 28.
If you have questions or want to be notified when the application becomes available, students and alumni can send an email expressing interest to CFPB_DFA_Program@cfpb.gov. You can also reach out to Nicholas.Kime@cfpb.gov to hear more about the experiences of a DFA.
UPCOMING INFORMATIONAL WEBINARS
The Bureau will be hosting virtual informational webinars about the DFA Program conducted over Webex. You will need to register to attend. The webinar will provide an overview of the DFA job position and application process, allowing time for questions. We will also be hosting drop-in Open House sessions where the DFA Program Recruiting team will answer any remaining questions. These sessions will take place on the following dates:
Webinar Session 2 (WebEx): Wednesday, November 9, 2022 (5:00 – 6:00pm ET)
Open House Session 2 (Microsoft Teams): Thursday, November 10, 2022 (1:00 – 3:00pm ET)
[NEW] Information Session for U-M students: Friday, November 18, 2022 (4:00-5:00pm ET)
|
|
|
|
