Government, Policy, & Law

The GOVERNMENT, POLICY, & LAW career cluster focuses on careers that emphasize strong problem-solving and analytical skills, and/or an interest in influencing local, national, and international policies. Explore careers that serve the public good including politics, local, state, and federal government opportunities, international relations, law and national security.

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Changing Career Paths: Erica Kryst’s Career Journey and Wisdom

Published on November 29, 2021

During her undergraduate career, Erica Kryst changed her major six times! Although her career exploration was a lengthy process, she was ultimately able to find a fulfilling career in student affairs. Here, Erica shares her career exploration journey and some …

By Erica Kryst, PhD

6 Not-So-Obvious Jobs for Political Science Majors

Published on November 15, 2021

If the campaign trail isn’t exactly your cup of tea

By InHerSight

By Jessica Buck

You’re in the thick of your undergraduate career, and on top of stressing about finals and financial aid, there’s that burning question of what you’ll …

By Daisy DeMasi

Advice from the Staff: The Process of Choosing The “Right” Major

Published on November 15, 2021

Are you struggling to pick the right major, or unsure if the program you selected is right for you? This feeling is totally normal, and every college student is bound to experience uncertainty at some point in their career. The …

By Julia Sullivan

Calling all reproductive rights advocates!

Published on October 27, 2021

Are you passionate about reproductive rights? In the wake of the Texas laws placing restriction on abortion and an increasingly conservative Supreme Court, The Kaschak Institute for Social Justice for Women and Girls is hosting a roundtable discussion titled “Approaches …

By Julia Sullivan

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