 The Department of History, Politics, & International Relations |
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The department of History, Politics, and IR at Webster University is recognized for its diverse curriculum, outstanding faculty, and international course offerings. Students in this department receive a strong liberal arts education and excellent career preparation. Students
learn to translate information into understanding and perspective, and
to apply that knowledge in today's world. The more complete "world
view" students have, the better prepared they are to meet the
challenges of the future. In addition, students in this department
develop invaluable skills such as reading, writing, public speaking,
and critical thinking. Majors American Studies (BA) History (BA) Political Science (B.A.) Political Science (BA) with an emphasis in Public Law International Relations* (B.A.) International Relations (B.A.) with an emphasis in:
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offered at the international campuses. History (18 credit hours in the department) International Relations(18 credit hours in international relations) Political Science (18 credit hours in political science) Note: All courses for minors must be taken at Webster University. Courses completed with a grade of C- or below do not count toward fulfilling the requirements for a minor. Certificate Offered Refugee Studies (Geneva only) Department Overview All departmental majors are required to take the Department Overview in order to graduate. It is offered each year in the spring semester. The Overview process involves reading a book selected by department faculty and engaging in an oral examination with a faculty panel. The purpose of this exercise is to evaluate your ability to analyze the book's thesis and discuss it in an informed manner. Majors should register for Overview (either HIST 4620 or POLT 4620) along with other spring classes. You can take Overview for one credit or as a non-credit course. Once you have registered for the class, we will send you details on the chosen book. The actual overview examinations will occur at the end of the Spring 1 semester (ie. toward the end of the first 8 weeks). In order to prepare for Overview, there will be at least 3 class meetings on Saturday mornings at the beginning of the Spring semester. When you sign up for the course, read the class description on the computer in order to find out about these preparation sessions. It is very important that you make every effort to attend these meetings. In the class meetings we will discuss the Overview procedure and format and provide some background information related to the book.Special Study Opportunities The History, Politics, and IR Department offers a diverse curriculum that combines tradition and innovation. The department is loyal to the concept of a traditional liberal arts education, and at the same time believes that a student's academic program should be preparation for a productive professional career. Within the department, students can pursue their studies through a combination of traditional courses, reading courses, practical, and internships. The State Government Internship Program allows students to work closely with state legislators, usually in Jefferson City, Missouri. The international relations major can be pursued in Vienna, Austria; Geneva, Switzerland; Leiden, the Netherlands; and London, United Kingdom; and on the St. Louis campus. Students who study exclusively at the European campuses are limited to the international relations major. History, Politics, and IR students' internship placements have included the State Legislature of Missouri, KETC-TV Channel 9, United Nations Association, Latin American Solidarity Committee, Anheuser-Busch, Legal Services of Eastern Missouri, the Missouri Historical Society, and the American Civil Liberties Union. Pre-Law The study of law continues to be an objective of many undergraduate students. Generally speaking, law schools look for broadly educated individuals who can think, speak, and write with precision and clarity. While many pre-law students traditionally major in History or Political Science, Webster encourages pre-law students to choose a major based on their own interests and abilities. Then, in consultation with an academic advisor, pre-law students will design a course of study that reflects the recommendations for pre-legal education developed by the Association of American Law Schools. The Association's policy statement recommends an undergraduate education that emphasizes the following:
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