Education
Eagleton helps Rutgers University undergraduate students link the study of politics with its day-to-day practice. Students learn about how American politics and government work and change and build practical skills for political engagement.
Eagleton offers a variety of programs for Rutgers undergraduate students who are interested in learning more about the day-to-day practice of politics. From curricular programs, to research opportunities, internships, and leadership training—there are many ways undergraduate students can get involved.
Eagleton Undergraduate Associates learn about real-world politics and government from experienced practitioners and faculty. Rutgers University juniors from any school or major are eligible to apply for this selective three-semester certificate program. Apply for the 2025-2026 cohort starting in early September 2024.
Monday:
Darien Civic Engagement
10:20 am – 11:10 am
Instructor: Elizabeth Matto
Course number: (01:790:250:01- 12630)
Cr Writing for Intel Community
10:20 am – 1:20 pm
Instructor: Elie Honig
Course number: (01:790:483:03- 12692)
Network Contagion Lab
10:20 am – 1:20 pm (Carriage House)
Instructor: Ava Majlesi
Course number: (01:790:484:03- 12695)
Women in American Politics
3:00 pm – 5:40 pm
Instructor: Paru Shah
Course number: (16:790:682:01-19417)
Tuesday:
Process of Politics (Sr.UA)
10:20 am – 1:20 pm
Instructor: Ginger Gold Schnitzer
Course number: (01:790:429:01- 12686)
Model State Charters: New Jersey Constitution
3:50 pm – 6:50 pm
Instructor: John Farmer /Judge Sabitino
Course number: (01:790:349:03-23217)
Wednesday:
Practice of Politics (Jr. UA)
10:20 am – 1:20 pm
Instructor: Din Ambar
Course number: (01:790:428-12685)
Women and American Politics/PLEN
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Instructor: Kira Sanbonmatsu
Course number: (01:790:335:01- 12660)
New Jersey Politics
5:40 pm – 8:40 pm
Instructor: Amy Funk
Course number: (01:790:308:01- 12651)
Thursday:
Legislature and Politics
12:10 pm-3:10 pm
Instructor: Richard Bagger
Course number: (01:790:349:02-12665)
Friday:
Online Asynchronous:
Survey Research Methods
Instructor: Ashley Koning
Course number: (01:790:307-12650)
Hours by arrangement:
Research in Critical Intelligence Studies
Instructor: Ava Majlesi
Course number: (01:790:484:02-12694)
Eagleton Internship
Instructor: Sarah Kozak
Course number: (01:790:484:02-12688)
Aresty Research Assistant Program
Eagleton faculty regularly work with undergraduate students through the Rutgers University Aresty Research Assistant Program.
Attend an Event
The Eagleton Institute presents an annual event series designed to promote civil discourse that celebrates democracy, respects politics, and encourages civic engagement.
Darien Civic Engagement Project
Undergraduate students earn Political Science course credits and gain practical experience in civic education as well as voter registration, education, and mobilization.
First Year Interest Groups (FIGS)
First Year Interest Group seminars are available in a wide variety of topic areas to incoming Rutgers students. Peer Instructors: to schedule an information session with Eagleton faculty and staff, contact Sarah Kozak at skozak@eagleton.rutgers.edu.
NEW Leadership®
NEW Leadership® is CAWP’s national initiative to educate and empower the next generation of women leaders. NEW Leadership® teaches college women the value of civic engagement and encourages them to see themselves as empowered leaders who can effectively participate in politics and public policy.
Ready to Run®
Ready to Run® is a national network of non-partisan campaign training programs committed to electing more women to public office. Rutgers students can apply for a scholarship to attend.
RU Ready
A civic engagement initiative, Rutgers undergraduates work with local high school students to build civic, political, and expressive skills needed to address public problems in their communities.
RU Voting
A non-partisan effort, RU Voting encourages Rutgers students to pay attention to politics, register to vote, and turn out on Election Day.
RU Running
A training program for politically interested college students considering running for public office or interested in working on a campaign.
Rutgers-Eagleton Washington Internship Award Program
The Rutgers-Eagleton Washington Internship Award Program provides one-time grants of up to $6,000 to outstanding Rutgers undergraduate students for summer internships in government/public service in Washington, D.C. The monetary award is meant to ease the financial burden of working in Washington D.C. and is intended to offset living expenses.
Young Elected Leaders Project
Launched in 2002 with funding from the Pew Charitable Trusts, the Young Elected Leaders Project (YELP) studies and works with young people who run for public office.