Pi Sigma Alpha, the National Political Science Honor Society, is the only honor society for college and university students of government in the United States.
Grove City College's student chapter hosts events throughout the year such as a visit of Michael Federici, professor of political science at Mercyhurst University, who spoke on the political philosophy of Alexander Hamilton.
Benefits of being selected for membership include the ability to submit work to the national publication of Pi Sigma Alpha, scholarships for graduate study, and the opportunity to attend the organization's national conference. Grove City College's chapter is advised by Dr. Michael Coulter and has received two activity grants from the national organization. Pi Sigma Alpha is only open to political science majors.
The AEI Executive Council is a student-run group affiliated with the American Enterprise Institute, a conservative think tank in Washington, D.C. The student group, led by faculty advisor Dr. Caleb Verbois, brings a variety of speakers to campus, hosts events and documentary viewings, and sponsors students to AEI conferences around the country.
The College Democrats connect Grove City College to Democratic campaigns and raises awareness for Democratic causes.
Under the leadership of faculty advisor Dr. Michael Coulter, the College Republicans connect Grove City College students to national, state, and local Republican campaigns.
The Collegian is Grove City College's student-led newspaper. Many political science students write op-eds, editorials, and news items for the publication. Nick Hildebrand, director of College Communications, is the advisor to the group.
Grove City College's debate team competes in parliamentary-style debate and enjoys national success on an annual basis. Students with a high school background in policy debate, moot court, or mock trial find the College's parliamentary league familiar in many ways. Students who have never debated find that coaching from Grove City College's faculty and students helps prepare them to debate at a top national level. Dr. Jason Edwards leads the Grove City College Debate Team.
As members of the debate team students develop keen rhetorical skills and the ability to think quickly — invaluable skills for those interested in law school or politics.
A conservative think tank on Grove City College's campus, The Institute for Faith & Freedom hosts on-campus lectures throughout the year, in addition to an annual conference on contemporary political issues. It serves as a repository for faculty opinion and editorial pieces. Grove City College students serve as academic and marketing fellows.
The Journal of Law and Public Policy is one of the only peer-reviewed, undergraduate-run journals in the country. Led by faculty advisor Dr. Caleb Verbois, the Journal provides students an opportunity to learn how a law journal is produced, from marketing to peer review and style editing. Students have the opportunity to publish research and are well prepared for law school as better readers, writers, and researchers.
The Law Society helps students prepare for law school and to understand the practice of law as a career profession. The Law Society, led by faculty advisor Cedric Lewis, regularly hosts events with alumni lawyers and judges on the practice of law and with law deans to educate and prepare students for application to law school.
Life Advocates promotes pro-life issues at Grove City College and assists with local pro-life activities and initiatives, including volunteer service at a nearby crisis pregnancy support center. Its faculty advisor is Dr. Michael Coulter.
The Student Government Association coordinates student activities on campus, connects students with the administration, and supervises college support of campus groups. It is led by Eric Fehr and Katie Van Dam.