Department of Political Science - Stony Brook University

06/05/2026

What shapes the decisions we make, and how does that impact our communities and the world? At Stony Brook University, political science combines psychology, data, and real-world experience to better understand human behavior and strengthen civic engagement.

Students gain the skills to think critically, communicate effectively, and take an active role as informed and engaged citizens. They are preparing for careers in law, public policy, business, and beyond. 🧠🗳️

Read the full story: https://mag.stonybrook.edu/decoding-decisions/

Feature Decoding Decisions By Todd Hayes May 12, 2026 8.95kAt Stony Brook, political science goes beyond politics — using data, psychology and real-world experience to understand how people shape the world. By Rob Emproto Growing up in Egypt as a dual citizen of the United States, Lana Gouda ‘2...

06/02/2026

🚨 Interested in a career in public policy or government? 🚨

Join us for a Virtual Information Session on Stony Brook University’s Master of Arts in Public Policy (MAPP) program!

📅 Friday, June 5, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM EST

Learn how you can earn your master’s degree in as little as one calendar year from a top-ranked U.S. department—and start building your future in government, policy, and public service.

📌 Hear directly from program leadership and get your questions answered about curriculum, career opportunities, and the application process.
👉 Register now: tinyurl.com/mapubpol6
🎓 Application Deadline for Fall 2026: July 15

Don’t miss this opportunity to take the next step toward your career in public policy!

05/19/2026

Discover how psychology shapes politics—and how you can turn that insight into a powerful career.

Stony Brook University’s Master of Arts in Political Psychology program invites you to an upcoming virtual information session where you’ll learn how this innovative, one-year master’s program equips students to understand group dynamics, political behavior, cognition, and messaging in the real world.

📅 Date: Monday, June 1, 2026
🕒 Time: 3:00 PM EST
📍 Location: Online
👨‍🏫 Hosted by Dr. Andrew Delton, Program Director

✨ Why attend?
• Learn about the curriculum and hands-on research opportunities
• Explore how political psychology applies to careers in policy, research, communications, and more
• Get your questions answered directly by program leadership
🔗 Register here: tinyurl.com/sbupolpsy6

Take the next step toward understanding what drives political decisions—and earning your master’s at New York’s #1 public university.

04/23/2026

This month’s Alumni Spotlight is Charles Fox Jr. ‘11!

After earning his B.A. in Political Science & Africana Studies and his M.A. in Public Policy at Stony Brook, Charles has dedicated his career to the non-profit landscape. He currently serves as the Director of Diversity & Development for the Legal Aid Society of Suffolk County, Inc., where he works on critical issues like criminal justice reform and education.

Congratulations Charles on all of your accomplishments! 🐺🎉

04/08/2026

This week’s Alumni Spotlight is Nicolas Nogueira ‘19!

After earning his M.A. in Public Policy at Stony Brook, Nicolas built a career in the NYS Assembly before stepping into his current role as Communications Director for State Senator Toby Ann Stavisky. Today, he leads messaging on higher education, workforce development, and community priorities.

Congratulations Nicolas on all of your accomplishments! 🐺🎉

03/27/2026

Do moral convictions hinder political compromise?

Join our virtual session with Dr. Delton on Thursday, April 16 at 12pm EDT to explore how personal beliefs influence political attitudes and interactions. This session will also include details about our MA Political Psychology program.

Register through the link in our bio!

03/25/2026

🐺🌊 Seawolves, it’s Giving Day! Support Stony Brook’s Department of Political Science, where students study global politics, public policy, law, and civic engagement. 📚🌍 Your gift strengthens research, internships, and hands-on learning. Join the pack!
👉 sbugiving.com/GD26Political

03/05/2026

Our department had the pleasure of tabling at the Women's History Month event on campus yesterday to feature the MA Public Policy program. In attendance were Nicole Mester, Dr. Serena Clark, and Wolfie!

02/23/2026

💻 Join us on March 9 at 1pm EDT in Zoom to learn more about our MA Public Policy program!
📖 Hosted by the Master's Recruitment and Admissions Advisor, Nicole Mester
🔗 Link in bio!

02/12/2026

💻 Join us on March 2 at 1pm EST in Zoom to learn more about our Fast-Track BA/MA in Public Policy program!

📖 Hosted by our Master's Recruitment and Admissions Advisor, Nicole Mester, and our Undergraduate Program Coordinator, Ashley Porcello

🔗 tinyurl.com/fast-track-3-2