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Please note that as of July 1, 2023, all program information should be accessed through the CT State Community College Catalog. Specific program information on this page may no longer be accurate beyond this date.
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This program is designed to provide you with a strong foundation in the area of Political Science.  Upon completion of this Transfer Ticket Political Science Studies degree program, you will be able to transfer seamlessly to colleges within the Connecticut College State University system, being guaranteed full junior status in your pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in the same discipline, without losing any credits or being required to take extra credits upon transfer.

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With this degree you will be able to transfer, apply to competitive admissions majors, and complete your BA/BS degree in the same time and with the same course requirements as students who start at a CSU or COSC.

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These degrees guarantee full junior status, no loss of credits, and no need to take extra credits.

Central Connecticut State University – Political Science, B.A.
Eastern Connecticut State University – Political Science, B.A.
Southern Connecticut State University – Political Science, B.A.
Western Connecticut State University – Political Science, B.A.
Charter Oak College – General Studies: Political Science Concentration, B.A.

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Communication Studies, A.A. – CSCU Pathway Transfer Degree
History Studies, A.A. – CSCU Pathway Transfer Degree
Liberal Arts and Sciences, A.A.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tab][vc_tab title=”Courses” tab_id=”1469358364-2-15″][vc_empty_space height=”12px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1536116426903{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]For detailed course information, go to Political Science Studies, A.A. Degree Requirements.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator][/vc_tab][vc_tab title=”Faculty” tab_id=”1470246169784-2-9″][vc_column_text]

See below for a list of all full-time Department Faculty. Please note that not all listed faculty may teach courses related to this specific degree or certificate program.

Nursing and Allied Health

Academic Division
C245
(860) 215-9301 (860) 215-9914

Yvette Onye

A.S., Springfield Technical Community College; B.S., Westfield State University; M.S., Cambridge CollegeBusiness and Technologies Department Assistant Professor
Office: C-132
Faculty Office Hours (860) 215-9428

Brandais Orzolek

Human Services HR Generalist
(860) 215-9212
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Lupita Paniagua

B.A., Sonoma State University; M.A., University of ConnecticutAdvising Center, Student Services Division Guided Pathways Advisor 1
Office: A-113A
(860) 215-9337
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Mackenzie Parise

A.A., Prince Georges Community College; B.S., Granite State College; M.S., Southern New Hampshire UniversityRegistrar’s Office, Student Services Division Enrollment Management Specialist
Office: A-115
(860) 215-9338
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Rashita L Parker

A.S., Quinebaug Valley Community College; B.S., Charter Oak State College; M.S., Southern New Hampshire UniversityFinancial Aid, Student Services Division Financial Aid Specialist II
Office: A104
(860) 215-9277
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Peter Patsouris

B.A., Boston University; M. A., Providence CollegeHumanities and Social Sciences Department Professor of International Studies
Office: C108
Faculty Office Hours (860) 215-9462

Payroll 

(860) 215-9275 (860) 215-9915
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Sara Pearson

B.S., MLIS, University of Rhode IslandFinancial Aid, Student Services Division Financial Aid Specialist
Office: A-108
(860) 215-9262

Andrea Pedraza-Jennings, LCSW

B.A., Eastern Connecticut State University; M.S.W., University of ConnecticutStudent Services Division Wellness Counselor
Office: C-162
(860) 215-9298

Kirsten Pennie, Ph.D.

B.S., University of Bristol, UK; Ph.D., University of Glasgow, UKTutoring and Academic Success Center Math and Natural Sciences Tutor
Office: A126
(860) 215-9255

Ruben Perez

CompTIA A+, Network+, iNet, Microsoft Certified System EngineerInformation Technology IT Tech II
Office: C-135
(860) 215-9222

Jodi Peterson

Workforce and Community Education, Student Services Division SNAP Coordinator
Office: D111
(860) 215-9209

President’s Office

President’s Office
C209
(860) 215-9007 (860) 215-9917
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Carolyn J Prunier

A.S., Quinsigamond Community College; B.S., Bryant UniversityStudent Services Division Testing Coordinator
Office: A119E
(860) 215-9062

Purchasing

Administrative Services
F104
(860) 215-9258 (860) 215-9918
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Donna M Ramos

A.S., Three Rivers Community-Technical CollegeFinancial Aid, Student Services Division Financial Aid Assistant
Office: A105B
(860) 215-9283
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C. Catherine Ray

B.A. Southern Connecticut State University; M.A. Northern Arizona UniversityAdvising Center, Student Services Division Guided Pathways Advisor I
Office: A-126
(860) 215-9213

Registrar’s Office

Student Services
A115
(860) 215-9064 (860) 215-9919 (fax)
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Nicola H Ricker

B.S., University of Connecticut; M.S. University of New HavenMathematics and Science Department Professor of Science
Office: C270
Faculty Office Hours (860) 215-9474
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CONTACT

Phil Mayer
PMayer@trcc.commnet.edu
860-215-9453
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