Political Science Society

Since its formation two years ago the Political Science Society has done much for students seeking the objective study of politics outside the lecture-room. The most notable achievement was the publication last November of a "Journal of Political Science." The journal, containing articles by students and others interested in Political Science, was well received by all reviewers. The second issue should be on sale early in March.

In addition, the society holds regular meetings. In the past we have been addressed by such authorities as the Rt. Hon. W. [unclear: Nash], Mr. S. G. Holland, Mr. C. Theiler, the Consul for Switzerland and Dr. Dean Mc-Hendry of the University of Southern California. Visits to Parliament have also been arranged.

This year the society is embarking on a most ambitious project—a study of the 1949 elections. This will be of the greatest interest to all students who wish to learn more about the politics of New Zealand, and at the same time to make a valuable contribution to the study of political problems. This work, the first attempt of its kind in New Zealand, has already attracted much attention.

The aim is to study all aspects of the election contest—parties, platforms, public opinion, press, propaganda and electoral law.

The society is determined that this subject shall be approached and treated on a strictly non-partisan basis. We want as many students as possible, first, second, third and fourth-year, and some of those that seem to live here all the time, to join one of the groups of this study. Without this help it will not be possible to produce an effort of which all can be proud. The final-work is to be published. The more assistants we have the lighter will be the work for each and the better this final effort will be.

There will be a meeting of the society in the second week of the term to discuss this matter and other questions of interest—so watch the notice-board.

The Annual General Meeting will be held in the third week of the term. Be sure you are there.