Newsletter 2017-18
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CHAIR'S MESSAGE
The Political Science Department accomplished so many firsts in 2017-18! Read more about the Model UN and Mock Trial seasons, student participation in a statewide research competition, and the new California Bill Project.
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NOTE FROM THE ALUMNI ADVISORY BOARD
The Political Science Alumni Advisory Board continues its efforts to maintain contact with alumni, support faculty and students and produce events of interest to a wide variety of participants.
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ALUMNI UPDATES
From master's degrees to new jobs, see what's new with fellow Political Science Department alumni.
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MOCK TRIAL: AN UNMATCHED EXPERIENCE
During the 2017-18 season, the Cal Poly Mock Trial program had the opportunity gain more experience working in the court room.
MODEL UNITED NATIONS: MOST SUCCESSFUL YEAR YET
Cal Poly MUN students had their most successful year yet in 2017-18. Students were able to explore beyond the UN experience and even traveled to New York.
CAL POLY BILL PROJECT
Cal Poly’s California Bill Project granted students the opportunity to take a truly hands-on role in conceptualizing, drafting and advocating for a bill in the California State Legislature.
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STUDENT TRAVEL
As part of co-curricular work, several students presented research in competition or participated in professional conferences around the world.
STUDENT AWARDS
A variety of awards from CLA, CLUCAS, and John H. Lynn were presented to students in our department this year for their outstanding service, academic excellence and more.
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