
Department of Public and International Affairs
We are a department that is dedicated to teaching, research, service, and public engagement in the areas of politics and public administration in the local, state, national, and international arenas.
In addition to a BA degree in political science, we offer Masters Degrees in Coastal and Ocean Policy, Conflict Management and Resolution, and Public Administration. We also have a new Executive Master of Public Administration program and a new dual Master program in Public Administration and Environmental Science. Additionally, we offer a graduate certificate in Conflict Management and Resolution.
We have minors in political science, public administration, international affairs, campaign management, non-profit, and pre-law.
Our department is actively engaged in innovative teaching models which connect faculty, students, and area non-profits to provide opportunities for student learning, faculty research, and administrative support. Look over our website and see the variety of exciting and interesting programs we offer.
News and Events
The Department is hosting a number of enrichment opportunities this semester. Please mark your calendars for the following events:
- Tuesday, November 8th, time and modality/location TBA: Election Watch Party
- Congressional mid-term elections are on tap for this November and the department will host a watch party led by Drs. King and Gibson.
- Tuesday, November 15th, 5:30 - 7:00 PM at UNCW's Teaching Lab (TL) 1011: A Forum on the Port of Wilmington Expansion Project
- Hear what local experts say this means for out local environment, economy, and community. Event will be open to the public. For more information, please visit: https://uncw.edu/mcop/forum-on-port-of-wilmington-expansion-project.html
- Wednesday, November 30th, 12:00 PM DEADLINE to apply for PLS 495 - Washington D. Seahawks
- In April of 2023, 8 students will accompany Dr. King on a trip to Washington, DC, to explore internship/career opportunities and to engage with UNCW alumni. During this experience, scheduled activities include an Alumni Networking Social and tours of The US Capitol, DC monuments and museums, and Arlington National Cemetery, etc., in addition to other learning/career development activities as planned by trip participants (e.g., think-tanks, embassies, journalism and lobbying firms, Georgetown/GW/American Universities).
Dr. Aaron King - We are UNCW Faculty Profile
Pre-Law Information
For more information about Pre-Law at UNCW please look over Pre-Law Advice (PDF) and Pre-Law Minor Flyer.
For additional information contact Dr. Julie Lane