History and Political Science

Welcome to the History and Political Science Department's home page. Here you can learn a great deal about our programs and the courses we offer. You can also learn about some of the faculty and their particular interests as well as the department's clubs and activities.

Mission

The Department of History and Political Science at Columbia College educates students for responsible citizenship, personal fulfillment, intellectual growth and professional advancement. To prepare students for the world of work, the various degree programs facilitate the discovery, acquisition and application of knowledge through multidisciplinary perspectives. Through exemplary teaching and scholarship, they focus upon the interconnections of research, reflection and discourse in introductory and advanced level courses. Serving the needs of diverse student learners, the programs prepare students for graduate schools, law schools, public service, business, journalism, research and education.

Faculty

The faculty of the Department of History and Political Science are full-time professors who excel at teaching. Visit the faculty page for more information about them. Questions about the academic programs may be directed to Dr. Brian Kessel, department chair, at blkessel@ccis.edu.