Law and government, an interdisciplinary major, provides students with the understanding of the nature and function of the law as it exists in our communities.
The phrase "government of laws" gives enormous significance to the legal system in the United States. Students will learn that these laws are the product of the political processes and cultural norms of society. Courses in sociology, history, political science, and English provide an enriching curriculum for students to enhance their career opportunities and to focus on related intellectual, legal, and political issues.
We strongly encourage law and government majors to enhance their educational experience by pursuing an internship. Recent students have held internships at the State Attorney General's Office, Massachusetts State House, Bureau of Immigration and Naturalization Services, and various offices of attorney services and probation offices.
Exciting and challenging entry-level positions await law and government majors in law-related fields, corrections and law enforcement, local, state, and national government, diplomatic service, and community activism. Majoring in law and government also prepares students for graduate study in law and/or related areas such as public policy, justice studies, and criminology.
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