Department Overview
The Political Science Department at Malone Global University is the core hub for studying government, law, philosophy, diplomacy, and debate. We combine foundational texts with practical exercises: mock trials, debates, policy brief writing, and primary-document study.
Courses
African Diaspora Politics 101
A study of African-descended political communities across migration, empire, citizenship, colonialism, nationalism, and transnational movements.
New Course: African Geopolitics 101
Study Africa’s borders, resources, regions, institutions, security issues, and role in global power.
African American Politics 101
Official Political Positions of the African American demographic
Debate 101
Practical public speaking, argument structure, formats, and adjudication.
Law 101
Study legal systems, constitutions, rights, and courtroom practice (mock trial ready).
Philosophy 101
Ethics, political theory, justice, and the ideas that shape law and policy.
Political Literacy 101
Understand power, institutions, elections, and public policy.
U.S. Government 101
Founding documents, federal structure, civics, and modern governance.
Reference Hub
General Knowledge
Foundational Documents
- U.S. Constitution — Annotated
- The Federalist Papers — Selections
- United Nations Charter — Key Articles
- Magna Carta (1215) — Overview
- Universal Declaration of Human Rights — Primer
Quick Start Guides
Spotlight
Why the U.S. Constitution Still Matters
A focused reading and short video that connects clauses from the Constitution to modern case studies and public policy. Ideal for first-week orientation.
Files & Resources
- U.S. Constitution (PDF) — Foundational text
- Federalist Papers — Selections (PDF)
- Debate Guide (DOCX)
Community & Practice
Join student-led activities that put theory into practice.