Redbirds at the convention
Politics and Government students received a lesson in civic engagement this summer as they volunteered at the Democratic and Republican conventions. Read more about their trips.
Celebrating 50 years
The Department of Politics and Government celebrates its 50th anniversary during the 2016-2017 academic year. Read about our history and see photos from our celebratory dinner in September.
Global engagement
Illinois State’s award-winning Model United Nations team travels to New York each spring for a national conference. Learn more about student involvement in Politics and Government.
Meet our faculty
Our faculty are among the most productive in the College of Arts and Sciences, with current and retired faculty producing a significant number of peer-reviewed books. Meet our faculty.
Roberts lecture
The annual Hibbert R. Roberts Lecture in Public Policy brings renowned speakers to campus in honor of our former department chair. See the recap from our 2015 lecture.
Alumni Stories
To watch the video visit the Alumni Homepage!Department News
Professor Julie Webber authors book on school violence
Professor Julie A. Webber is the author of a new book titled Beyond Columbine: School Violence and the Virtual. Read more
Now hiring: Legal Studies assistant professor
The Department of Politics and Government seeks applicants for a 9-month, tenure-track position in Legal Studies at the rank of assistant professor to start on August 16, 2018. Read more
Riaz Interview in Dhaka Courier
Chair and University Professor Ali Riaz was interviewed by the Dhaka Courier, the leading news weekly of Bangladesh. Read moreEvents
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