Political Science, Legal Studies and Criminal Justice and Law

Degree

Bachelor of Arts

Majors

Political Science

Legal Studies

Criminal Justice and Law

Optional Minors

Students can minor in Political Science, Legal Studies or Criminal Law.

Career Ideas

Administrative Law Judge, Arbitrator, Attorney, City Planning Aide, Criminologist, Emergency Management Specialist, Government Analyst, Intelligence Specialist, Judge, Lobbyist, Professor of Political Science or Law, Social & Community Service Manager, Teacher.

Department Chair and Director of the Legal Studies Program

Matthew Pauley, J.D., Ph.D., Matthew.Pauley@mville.edu (914) 323-5195

Faculty and Staff

Program Chair

Matthew Pauley, J.D., Ph.D, Professor, Matthew.Pauley@mville.edu (914) 323-5195

Christopher Sarver, Ph.D, Assistant Professor, Christopher.Sarver@mville.edu

Full-Time Faculty

Matthew Pauley, J.D., Ph.D, Professor, Matthew.Pauley@@mville.edu

Christopher Sarver, Ph.D, Assistant Professor, Christopher.Sarver@mville.edu

Adjunct Faculty

Megan Amer

Robert Ashkinaze

Albert Degatano, Esq.

James C. Hasenfus, Esq.

Daniel Nanjira

Overview

Political Science majors acquire an understanding of the historical backgrounds and philosophical foundations of a variety of political systems in the contemporary world. They develop an ability to analyze events, issues, and global trends. In addition, they are afforded an opportunity to gain practical experiences through both individualized field research and internships in the government, not for profit, or private sector.

Students can also choose Legal Studies or Criminal Law as a minor, if not a Political Science major, or as a concentration if they are a major in the department. In the legal studies and criminal law programs, they receive a background in the American legal and criminal justice system.