Department of Political Science, Criminal Justice, and Organizational Leadership

Location: 555 Founders Hall

Telephone: 859-572-5321

Fax: 859-572-6184

Email Address: psc@nku.edu

Web Address: https://inside.nku.edu/artsci/departments/pscjol.html

Department Chair: Karen Miller

Other Key Personnel:

Program Director, Master of Public Administration: Julie Cencula Olberding

Program Coordinator, Master of Public Administration: Missy Gish

The Department of Political Science, Criminal Justice, and Organizational Leadership gives students the background they need to become engaged citizens while preparing them for professional careers and graduate school, particularly the Master of Public Administration (MPA) or law school. With several unique programs of study - political science, criminal justice, public administration, organizational leadership and international studies - our department attracts a wide range of students. Our programs provide opportunities for students to:

Understand the intricate web of politics and government
Study law enforcement and the judicial process
Develop managerial skills for jobs in public administration and organizational leadership
Prepare for careers in foreign service or international business