Model United Nations
Site: Varies

Students interested in learning about the United Nations have the opportunity to participate in national and international Model UN conferences. Participating increases students’ awareness of the United Nations as an organization and its position and performance in global politics. Student delegates represent a member state of the UN and participate in the organization's various committees.

Public Leadership Education Network (PLEN)
Site: Washington, DC

Each year the Department of Political Science and the International Studies Program nominate one or more women to attend one of several seminars organized by PLEN. Participants meet with women in government relations, observe sessions of the House and Senate or the Supreme Court, visit executive agencies, meet with representatives of the media and interest groups, and discuss public issues.