Social Sciences

Model Arab League offers (MAL) students an immersive leadership and learning opportunity to simulate real-world diplomacy while representing Arab nations in international negotiations, simulations and debates. UM-Dearborn students participate in regional and national competitions that build leadership, public speaking, and global policy expertise

The Ottawa Internship Program is designed to provide a first-hand learning experience in Canadian government through placement with a Member of Parliament or Senator in the capital of Canada.  Students work in a parliamentarian's office in Ottawa for a period of five weeks in the summer. 

The annual Policy Pitch Competition gives students the opportunity to research a real policy problem and present a five-minute proposal to a panel of experts, recommending solutions at the national, state, local, or campus level. Through the process of developing written proposals and pitching their ideas publicly, students build practical skills in policy analysis, persuasive communication, and civic engagement.

The Michigan Community Climate Action Fellowship (M-CCAF) connects students with grassroots climate and environmental justice organizations across Michigan through coursework and paid summer placements. 

Semester in Detroit provides students with an immersive learning experience that combines Detroit-focused courses with internships at local community organizations. By living and learning in the city, students develop a deeper understanding of urban communities while building professional skills and relationships with local leaders.

A History graduate with minors in Political Science and Psychology, who built a successful career as an attorney and shareholder at Butzel Long, focusing on business and commercial litigation. She credits her history degree with helping her develop the critical thinking, analytical reasoning, research, and persuasive writing skills that have been foundational to her work in the courtroom and beyond.

An Economics and Finance graduate and CFA charterholder, is now Associate Director of Funding at Ford Motor Company. She has built an impressive career spanning investment banking, work in China, and an MBA from Harvard all grounded in the tenacity, curiosity and leadership she developed at UM-Dearborn.

An MPAP graduate who now works as a Court Clerk at the Third Judicial Circuit Court in Wayne County. Drawing on the policy knowledge and attention to detail he developed at UM-Dearborn, Ali plays an important role in ensuring court processes run accurately and fairly.

An MPAP graduate who turned her passion for public service into a career in municipal leadership as City Administrator for the City of Gibraltar. Her work combines policy development, budget management, and community engagement to help guide the city’s growth and day-to-day operations.

An Economics & Political Science grad with a master's in Data Analytics who built a career at the intersection of data strategy and business innovation, now serving as Director of Data Purchasing & Partnerships at Consumer Reports. His time at UM-Dearborn helped develop the analytical, economic, and strategic thinking skills that launched a 15+ year.