Political Science Undergraduate Advising


Smith Hall, Room 215
Office Hours: M-F, 9-12 noon and 1-5pm
(hours may vary during quarter breaks)



WHO WE ARE

Staff

Contact

Areas

Meera Roy
Director of
Academic Services

206-543-9456
meroy@uw.edu

General advising, academic difficulty, curriculum, UW Liaison to The Washington Center Internship program in Washington, D.C.

Tamara Sollinger
Academic Adviser

206-543-1824
tamars@uw.edu

General advising, academic difficulty, Political Science Honors Program, Washington State Legislative Internship Program

Yuting Li
Undergraduate Adviser

206-543-1824
polsadvc@uw.edu

General advising

Pam Stumpo
Undergraduate Adviser

206-543-1824
polsadvc@uw.edu

General advising




WHAT WE DO


Political Science Advising is the main resource for students in the major and prospective students. Advisers can answer your questions about

  • Academic Planning: prerequisites for the major; requirements for the B.A. degree and general education requirements; requirements for the Pol S major and the political economy and international security options; minors and double majors; customizing your degree around your areas of interest; and, managing academic difficulty.
  • Internships in and around Seattle, in Olympia with the Washington State Legislature, in Washington, D.C., and abroad: Do an internship and gain professional experience.
  • Research: Get involved in faculty research or pursue your own research agenda with faculty support.
  • Study Abroad: How study abroad courses can be used to fulfill requirements for your major and degree.
  • Preparation for Graduate School: Explore graduate degree options for political science majors and find out what you need to do to be a competitive applicant.
  • Career Planning: Learn about typical careers for political science majors, how to use the Career Center, and what you can do to be more competitive on the job market.



WHEN YOU NEED AN APPOINTMENT

  • To apply to the major—meet with any adviser
  • To apply for graduation—meet with any adviser
  • Returning students or reinstatement—meet with Tamara or Meera
  • Any questions that will take more than a few minutes to answer. You can then be sure that an adviser will be available to help you.

Appointments are 30 minutes.


WHEN YOU CAN DROP IN

Students who have quick questions or need immediate assistance may drop in for advising during open hours. Advisers see drop-in students as they are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Not a UW student? Please call us at
206-543-1824