The ºÚÁÏÉçÇø Government & International Affairs Department supports political science study with connections to local leaders and internship opportunities. The department emphasizes key areas, including American politics, political philosophy, methodology, public administration, law, comparative politics and international relations.
Government & International Affairs at AU
Programs of Study
- American Politics & Policy
- Global Politics
- Legal Studies
- Political Science
Pre-Professional Program
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Government & International Affairs Department
Madsen Center
2301 S. Summit Avenue
Sioux Falls, SD 57197
Latest News
Six ºÚÁÏÉçÇø students have been awarded Fred C. and J. Marie Christopherson Scholarships for the 2026-26 academic year. The recipients of the Fred C. and J. Marie Christopherson Scholarship are recognized as students who are committed to the university, respected by their peers, have a strong work ethic and a solid character.
ºÚÁÏÉçÇø is proud to announce the graduating Class of 2026.
For the sixth year in Augustana history, the university commencement ceremonies will be held at Kirkeby-Over Stadium. The ceremonies on Saturday, May 23, will include an undergraduate ceremony for the Class of 2026 at 10:30 a.m., as well as a graduate hooding and commencement ceremony at 2 p.m.
ºÚÁÏÉçÇø student Jessalyn Wienk ˜27 is one of 55 college students nationwide to receive the 2026 Truman Scholar Award. Wienk is the 11th Augustana student to win the award in Augustana history and the first honored since 2020.