Iowa State University

Iowa State University

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Department of Political Science

Got a question or comment?
Contact us at 515-294-7256 or polsci@iastate.edu
FAX: 515-294-1003

James McCormick
Chair
Department of Political Science
503 Ross Hall
Ames, Iowa 50011

Alex Tuckness
Director
Public Policy and Administration Program
Graduate Education
503 Ross Hall
515-294-8910

Dana Schumacher
Academic Advisor
557 Ross

Advising Outcomes
 
Through their experience with academic advising, students will…

  • Develop an understanding of the structure, application, and goals of a liberal arts education in relation to their academic development.
  • Be able to formulate appropriate questions, seek information, and evaluate and apply academic advice.
  • Know the requirements, policies and protocol of the university, college, and department as they relate to their educational experience.
  • Understand how degree programs can be enhanced by study and experiences tailored to their intellectual and personal goals.

Be able to identify and utilize university resources effectively to

  • Satisfy degree requirements
  • Plan programs of study, including selection of appropriate courses and registration
  • Discover how interests, skills and goals connect to fields of study and careers
  • Link curricular and co-curricular activities
  • Research and prepare for advanced study and/or careers

Share responsibility for a mentor-mentee relationship between advisee and adviser.