Why Give to the Department?

The Charles and Louise Travers Department of Political Science is renowned for the study of politics and government, and your gift ensures our continued excellence. Make a difference by supporting undergraduates (scholarships and social activities), graduate students (fellowships, travel stipends, and research funds), and faculty members (development and research).

Our department has a longstanding tradition of excellence, and I hope you will consider joining me in working to sustain our future excellence by supporting the Charles and Louise Travers Department of Political Science.

Scott Straus, Professor and Department Chair

Thank you for supporting the Charles and Louise Travers Department of Political Science!

The Social Sciences Dean's Circle

The members of The Social Sciences Dean's Circle are a global community of committed donors who make a three-year pledge of $1,000 or more per year.

Your support of The Social Sciences Dean's Circle for Political Science ensures that Berkeley students and faculty continue to do their best work, and supports cutting-edge research and teaching. The Social Sciences Dean's Circles 200 members in 6 countries form a powerful network that continues to grow.

Members receive custom newsletters, communications, and advance invitations to special events. They also hold member networking events in the Bay Area, around the country, and beyond.

You can become a member of The Social Sciences Dean's Circle today by making your gift online to The Political Science Annual Fund. Choose “Recurring”, “Annual”, and then choose 3 years.

Please contact a development team member at socialsciences@berkeley.edu for any questions.

Berkeley Center for American Democracy "BCAD"

The Berkeley Center for American Democracy in the Charles and Louise Travers Department of Political Science in the Social Sciences Division, within the College of Letters & Science.

BCAD’s mission is to support and promote the work of scholars focused on the challenges confronting American democracy. We offer assistance for graduate and undergraduate research, as well as resources to promote conversations within Political Science and across Campus concerning the challenges of governance in the United States.

This Fund will be used to provide support for the Center for the Study of American Democracy initiatives described above.

The Jack Citrin Center for Public Opinion

The Citrin Center is part of the Department of Political Science within the Division of Social Sciences of the College of Letters & Science. Contributions to this drive will allow the center to share research findings and to create a broader awareness of the study of public opinion.

The Gardner Fellowship Program

The goal of the John Gardner Public Service Fellowship Program is to provide meaningful postgraduate leadership opportunities for UC Berkeley’s best students. Your gift provides long-term, endowed support for these fellowships and supports related programmatic and travel costs.

Future Gift Planning

Please consider including the Charles & Louise Travers Department of Political Science in your estate plan to support future generations and give back to UC Berkeley.

Gift planning is one of the most powerful ways to support the Charles & Louise Travers Department of Political Science while meeting your philanthropic, financial, and estate planning goals. UC Berkeley’s Office of Gift Planning offers a comprehensive website featuring online tools that guide you through various gift options, from IRA Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) to life income gifts, gifts in wills or living trusts, and more.

Planned gifts can offer creative and flexible strategies for you to pursue your financial and philanthropic goals while supporting the Berkeley programs most important to you. To learn more, please reach out to socialsciences@berkeley.edu.

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