Lyndsey Bates
Lyndsey Bates, Partner/Attorney at AsherKelly
Programs Offered
The GVSU Political Science Department:
- Offers a major (BA or BS), a minor and a teachable minor in Political Science.
- Offers a dual degree: BA or BS in Political Science and a JD from Michigan State University School of Law.
- Is the home department for the interdisciplinary International Relations major (BA) and minor.
Major and Minor Requirements
- Political Science major (BA or BS)
- Political Science minor
- Political Science teachable minor
- LEAP (Legal Education Admission Program). Dual degree:
BA or BS from GVSU political science. JD from Michigan State University College of Law. - International Relations major (BA)
- International Relations minor
Student Learning Outcomes
Advising Resources
Spotlights
Khalil Rahal
Khalil Rahal, Assistant County Executive at Wayne County at Wayne County
Greg Robinson
Greg Robinson, Associate Professor and Chair of Political Science at Binghamton University (SUNY) in New York
Marc Plooster
Marc Plooster, Accounting Supervisor for the Holland Public Schools
Tyler Nickerson
First Vice President of Commercial Banking, Amalgamated Bank
News
Excellence in a Discipline Award
The GVSU Political Science Department and the International Relations program congratulate Carly Stengel (IR) and Isabella Grunwaldt (PLS), winners of the Excellence-in-a-Discipline awards for their respective majors.
Apr 15, 2025
Outstanding Student Paper Competition
Eligibility is open to all students who major in political science or international relations.
Feb 26, 2025
Victor Cardenas '00 2024 Alumni Service Award Recipient
Victor Cardenas' life has been characterized by service to the public and Grand Valley. Cardenas graduated from GVSU in 2000 with a bachelor's degree in political science. He earned a master's degree in public affairs from Indiana University and executive
Sep 30, 2024
Professor Zinman Publishes New Book
Professor Zinman's new book, America's First Wartime Election, is set to release this November. This will be his second book published with the University Press of Kansas.
Sep 25, 2024
Events
GVSU Education & Teacher Fair 2025
April 22, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Meet with district representatives to discuss opportunities for teachers, psychologists/school counselors, speech pathologists, therapists, social workers, coaches, and more! Bring resumes and dress...
Peter C. Cook Leadership Academy Celebration of Graduates
April 24, 2025 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
This spring, we are thrilled to celebrate the newest class of Peter C. Cook Leadership Academy Fellows. As our 2025 graduates prepare to enter the next season of life, we will gather to celebrate the...
Secchia Breakfast Lecture - Adapting to 2025 Global Tariffs
May 2, 2025 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Tariffs are making frontline news since the beginning of 2025. What does this mean to businesses buying and selling around the world? How are the rapid changes in global tariffs impacting business...
GVSU Night: Rockies vs. Tigers game
May 7, 2025 6:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Join your fellow Lakers in Denver for an evening of baseball, community, and Laker pride as we cheer on the Detroit Tigers against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field! We’ll be sharing...
60th Anniversary of Education at GVSU
May 7, 2025 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
The College of Education and Community Innovation and the Education Alumni Network are celebrating 60 years of education programs at Grand Valley State University. This May we will be inviting alumni,...