Policy Makers of the Future Start at TJC
If you think, eat and breathe politics, legislation and foreign relations, a major in government is a great way to get started in an exciting career path.
Government
Our degree in Government entails a dynamic and comprehensive study of political systems, public policies, governance structures, and the roles of government in society. Students engage with critical topics such as political theory, international relations, public administration, and policy analysis, gaining an in-depth understanding of how governments function and influence both domestic and global issues. Our graduates emerge from TJC with valuable skills in critical thinking and communication, enabling them to analyze complex political problems and to navigate the challenges of leadership and governance.
If you have an interest in politics, consider majoring in Government. We offer courses in political science, Texas Government, Federal Government and a well-rounded core of humanities and communications. With the many different fields available, we will put you on the right track for your professional and academic goals, preparing you to major in political science or government at the university level.
Degree Plan
Who We Are
- Jamie Bitzenhofer, Professor, Government & Economics
- Jeffries Borland, Professor, Government
- Cullin Davis, Professor, Economics
- Fred Esmaeili, Professor, Government
- Manouchehr Khosrowshahi, Professor, Government
- Lorin Mayo, Professor, Government
- David McClendon, Professor, Government
- Nickolas Rios, Professor, Government & Economics
- Geoff Willbanks, Professor, Government & Economics

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