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.