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As president of EWU\u2019s Political and International Affairs Community, a student organization, Levchenko has helped to organize civic engagement events aimed at elevating campus-wide dialogue on critical political and international issues.<\/p>\n
\u201cI have learned invaluable leadership and organizational skills through working to provide many campus-wide events for students, all while fostering an important sense of community for anybody who wants to be a member,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n
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Applied Learning Opportunities<\/h2>\n\n- Classroom-based applied learning\/simulation:<\/strong> Practice real-world decision-making through simulations, case studies, role playing, and other hands-on activities in the classroom.<\/li>\n
- Internships:<\/strong> Get real-world experience (and often credit or pay) by working in a professional setting connected to your career goals.<\/li>\n
- Student employment & leadership at EWU:<\/strong> Gain skills, connections, and confidence through on-campus jobs and leadership roles in student government, departments, athletics, or clubs.<\/li>\n
- Study abroad:<\/strong> Travel, learn, and experience new cultures while earning credit and building communication skills that help you thrive anywhere.<\/li>\n
- Undergraduate research:<\/strong> Collaborate with professors on real-world research projects where you ask questions, solve problems, and present what you discover.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","no_wrapper":false,"component_options_toggle":false,"component_options":{"disable_component":false,"nickname":"","identifier":"","navigable":false}},{"acf_fc_layout":"catalog-courses","module_background_color":"white","title":"Sample Courses","courses":[{"course_number":"POLI 313"},{"course_number":"POLI 302"},{"course_number":"POLI 370"},{"course_number":"POLI 319"}],"component_options_toggle":false,"component_options":{"disable_component":false,"nickname":"","identifier":"","navigable":false}},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion-with-notes","module_background_color":"off-white","accordion_position":"bottom","title":"Career Possibilities","notes":"
A Political Science major provides a comprehensive understanding of political systems, governance, international relations, and political theory.<\/p>\n
Through our hands-on program, you’ll sharpen your critical thinking, research, and analytical skills. Whether you’re examining campaign strategies or debating the effects of new laws, you’ll learn to think strategically and communicate effectively. These skills are highly valued across many industries.<\/p>\n
Graduates often pursue careers in government, law, business, advocacy, and the nonprofit sector. Many become policy analysts, political consultants, public administrators, or advocates. Wherever you land, you’ll be ready to make an impact.<\/p>\n
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