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Overview

Consider the influence that Joseph had on Egypt, the most powerful nation on earth at the time, and Daniel on Babylon. Fast forward to the time of Jesus. Consider the Sermon on the Mount and the political and economic lessons we derive from The Master Teacher that politics & government serve to advance The Great Commission.

We cannot survive, let alone thrive, in the world where Christ would have us serve without an understanding of the politics and governments that frame the portals through which we pass in our commissioned service. To do otherwise is naivety.

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Our Commitment to You



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We commit to provide you with a real world exposure to Politics & Government (P&G) that has direct application in 21st Century America and the world beyond.

There is no science in Political Science; therefore, we offer you a broad-gauged liberal arts approach to the study of P&G that is Biblically based and enhanced by four dynamic options to enable you to focus on an area of special interest.

We also offer a flexible program to enable students to double major: Currently students add Christian ministry, communication studies, English, and mathematics, to P&G. Significantly more honors students study P&G than any other major; one third of all honors students are in the P&G major. Two popular minors that complement P&G are Bible and criminal justice. Finally, fighting human trafficking has become a mission for P&G students.

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  • Economics Option: Economics is an integral part of understanding Politics & Government. That's why our program is based on the Oxford model: the triad of Politics, Philosophy, & Economics. As a student in our program you'll even get an opportunity to study for a semester in Oxford, England!
  • Governmental Studies Option: Government was given to us by God. Christians who have the gift of leadership and administration can offer vital service to our governmental bodies, and pursuing those gifts is a calling. This option will hone your skills and prepare you for service in government.
  • Law Option: Our program is under the direction of a Doctor of Jurisprudence with 29 years of experience. This option will put you in an excellent position to take the LSAT and prepare you to compete for internships across the globe.
  • Political Studies Option: This option is designed for the student who wants to serve on political campaigns. Beginning with study in ethics, we delve into political seminars, readings, and communication and give you the opportunity to intern on actual political campaigns. Get ready to serve your political leaders with this exciting course of study!

Potential Jobs

  • Armed Forces Officer
  • Cabinet Level and Sub-Cabinet Level Agency positions
  • Criminal Justice
  • Elected Government Service
  • International Justice Mission (IJM) and other Christian missions
  • Lawyer
  • Political Campaign Director/Analyst/Commentator
  • Political Journalist
  • Professor/School Teacher
  • U.S. Department of State
  • More »

Graduate Schools

  • St. John's College
  • Washington & Lee University
  • Regent University
  • Ohio Northern University
  • Catholic University

Minors

Sampling of Classes

  • Advanced Discourses in Politics, Philosophy & Economics
  • American Constitutional Law
  • The American National Election
  • Jurisprudence
  • The Origins & Basis for Government
  • Politics, Philosophy & Economics
  • The President's Cabinet
  • Strategy & Tactics in American Politics

Faculty