Peer Advising Program

The Peer Advising Program provides prospective and current majors with information and informal guidance on the Political Science Major. Peer advisers are juniors and seniors in the major who are selected and trained to advise their peers.

Peer advisers can share their experience in the major and offer practical guidance on course selection, major requirements, electives, and finding research opportunities. They may meet with students by email, in informal meetings, or during drop-in hours. They may also organize gatherings for prospective and current majors, participate in academic fairs for first- and second-year students, and represent the department at Bulldog Days in April.

First- and second-year students interested in Political Science are encouraged to contact the peer advisers and attend their events.

Peer advisers serve as volunteers and complement the guidance provided by the Director of Undergraduate Studies (DUS) and faculty advisers. They may not officially assess a student’s progress toward completing the major. Students seeking an official assessment should contact the DUS. 

Fall 2026 Peer Advisers

Emma Cantu · YC 2027 · Ezra Stiles College
 

Emma Cantu ES ‘27 is a senior from Palmhurst, TX, majoring in Political Science with a certificate in Education Studies. She studies American politics, with a focus on K-12 education policy. Emma has served as Voter Advocacy Coordinator for the Yale College Democrats and as Campaign Manager for Eli Sabin’s run for the 92nd District House seat. Outside the department, she has also interned in Congress.

Ask Emma questions about:

  • Creating a cohesive and specialized course schedule
  • Senior thesis advice and requirements
  • On-campus political opportunities

 
Jack Dozier · YC 2027 · Saybrook College 

Jack Dozier SY ‘27 is a BA/MA candidate in the Department of Political Science. He is the director and co-founder of the Yale Youth Poll, a national research survey about young Americans. Jack studies American Political Behavior and is from North Garden, VA. Outside of the department, he has worked on fourteen political campaigns and is an avid reader.

Ask Jack questions about:

  • Special programs in the department (intensive major, interdisciplinary concentration, and/ or the BA/MA program)
  • Coursework in American Politics
  • Jobs/ internships in politics
  • Survey research