Certificate in Applied Politics

Citizen participation in politics is the backbone of democracy. The men and women who run political campaigns, contact public officials, and debate issues while holding jobs and raising families are critical to the future of the country. The Bliss Institute encourages such grassroots citizenship through the Certificate in Applied Politics.

For more than a decade, the Bliss Institute and the Department of Political Science have been providing students with education in practical politics. Graduates of the applied politics program have secured positions in all areas of government and politics. They are found in posts in both political parties, legislative offices, and consulting firms, as well as in national, state, and local election campaigns.

What are the admission requirements for the Certificate?

Open to graduate and undergraduate students majoring in ANY discipline at The University of Akron, the Certificate in Applied Politics is designed to give students the basic skills to be effective citizens. Students must fill out an application with The Bliss Institute. Contact Dr. Steve Brooks by email at sbrooks@uakron.edu or (330) 972-5182 for more information.

What are the program requirements?

Similar to a minor, students must complete 18 credits consisting of a set of core courses, applied politics electives and an internship. With the assistance of the institute staff, students design their course work and internship to blend with their career interests and academic major.

Here are links to the Certificate in Applied Politics program requirements and a list of courses offered.