Political Science

Student Spotlight: Alaina Babb

Published: | 12:08 pm | Posted in: News, Students

Alaina Babb – a third-year dual-degree student in political science and media communication studies – secured a prestigious externship traditionally reserved for law students.

Apply to COSSPP’s Prestigious Social Science Scholar Program

Published: | 1:35 pm | Posted in: News, Students

Apply for the College of Social Sciences and Public Policy’s prestigious Social Science Scholars program by Sunday, October 5, online at bit.ly/2026sssp.  The Social Science Scholars Program provides career-accelerating leadership training and experiences to 18 outstanding COSSPP undergraduate students with a major in the College, a cumulative GPA of 3.3 or higher, graduating no sooner […]

COSSPP Honors 2025-2026 Distinguished Alumni

Published: | 8:45 am | Posted in: Alumni News, Faculty/Staff, News, Students

Each year, the College of Social Sciences and Public Policy (COSSPP) presents its Distinguished Alumni Awards to accomplished individuals to recognize their professional achievements, contributions to society, and support of the college and university.

We are pleased to honor our newest Distinguished Alumni — Jennifer Green, Jeff Kottkamp, Bobby Pittman Jr., and Carissa Schively Slotterback — at the college’s Distinguished Alumni Gala in Spring 2026.

The 2025 honorees join COSSPP’s 54 Distinguished Alumni who have received this honor in previous years.

Join us for COSSPP’s Fall 2025 Tailgates

Published: | 3:44 pm | Posted in: Alumni News, Faculty/Staff, News, Students

The College of Social Sciences and Public Policy (COSSPP) is hosting three tailgates on the Saturdays of September 20, October 4, and November 1 to kick off the Fall semester! For these events, enjoy a family-friendly celebration with food, drinks (non-alcoholic, plus wine and beer), and family games for all to enjoy. Be sure to […]

Join Us for Fall 2025 COSSPP SLC Welcome Week Events

Published: | 1:05 pm | Posted in: News, Students

The College of Social Sciences and Public Policy’s Student Leadership Council (COSSPP SLC) is excited to kick off the academic year with three Welcome Week Events to greet our new and returning students. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to build community, meet someone new, check out our involvement fair, and enjoy a snow cone […]

FSU APPLE Undergraduate Program Engages Students with Leaders and Alumni on Capitol Hill

Published: | 4:25 pm | Posted in: Alumni News, News, Students

Florida State University’s innovative Applied Politics and Policy Learning Experience (APPLE) program recently marked its third anniversary with another impactful visit to Capitol Hill. The year-long experiential learning initiative offers students unparalleled insights into career opportunities in politics and policy.

Student Spotlight: Delaney Lento

Published: | 9:00 am | Posted in: News, Students

Delaney Lento – a fourth-year student double majoring in political science and history – is currently interning for the Association of Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI).  AUVSI is a non-profit organization that advocates for the integration of remotely operated and autonomous transportation technologies. Established in 1972, AUVSI is also the world’s largest organization dedicated to […]