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Show ABOUT THE HlNCKLEY INSTITUTE OF POLITICS The Robert H. Hinckley Graduate Scholarship: was established in 1983 by Dr. Ben D. Wood, a longtime friend of Robert H. Hinckley. It is awarded annually to a male graduate who shares Hinckley's ideals and seeks a career or professional involvement in government or politics. The John and Anne Hinckley Citizenship Scholarship: was established in 1998 by a generous donation by Anne Hinckley in memory of her husband, John. The endowment will fund an annual scholarship for Sophomore and Junior students at the University of Utah whose academic and community pursuits promote active citizenship and public service. The Harry S. Truman Scholarship: was established by Congress in 1975 and honors college students who have outstanding leadership potential, plan to pursue careers in public service and wish to attend graduate school. The scholarship will provide up to $30,000 for senior year and graduate studies, covering tuition, books and living expenses. The Morris K. Udall Scholarship: was established by Congress in 1992 to honor Congressman Morris K. Udall and his legacy of public service. Scholarships are awarded to stu- dents that intend to pursue careers related to environmental public policy and to Native American and Alaska Native students who intend to pursue careers in health care and tribal public policy. James Madison Memorial Fellowship: was named in honor of the fourth president of the United States. The fellowship funds up to $24,000 of each Fellow's course of study toward a master's degree. That program must include a concentration of courses on the history and principles of the United States Constitution. The Scott M. Matheson Scholarship: was established in honor of the late governor. The scholarships are given to encourage students toward public service and extraordinary leadership in the tradition of Scott M. Matheson. The Bill Rishel Memorial Loan: was established by the late Virginia Rishel in memory of her father Bill Rishel. It is given to encourage women to pursue political and public service careers. Loans will be awarded up to $2,500 for undergraduate and up to $5,000 per year for graduate study at the University of Utah. The Hinckley Institute of Politics is located in 253 OSH. For further information call (801) 581-8501. DEPARTMENT OF POLITICAL SCIENCE The Department values its relationship with the Hinckley Institute for the opportunities the Institute provides for students to enrich their academic studies with experience in practical politics. The Institute's programs complement the academic offerings of the Political Science Department. Courses are available in five sub-fields of the discipline: American Politics, International Relations, Comparative Politics, Political Theory, and Public Administration. For undergraduate students, the Department offers a major with B.A. and B.S. degrees and a teaching minor. Undergraduate certificate programs in International Relations, Public Administration, and Practical Politics are open to both majors and non-majors. At the graduate level, the Department offers M.A. and M.S. degrees, the Master of Public Administration, and the Ph.D. degree. Dual degrees are available at the graduate level with Educational Administration, Law, Social Work, and Health Services Administration. The Department has several undergraduate scholarships, both need-based and merit-based available to entering freshman and continuing students. The Political Science SAC (Student Advisory Committee) and Pi Sigma Alpha honorary society provide opportunities for students to get involved in departmental activities. If you have questions about the Department and its program, contact the office at 252 Orson Spencer Hall, (801) 581-7031. |
