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News & Highlights


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Erik Heidemann joined the Political Science department at 51±¬ÁÏ in 2012, quickly becoming a popular colleague and professor. Erik taught a range of courses on voting behavior, research methods, and American politics. He inspired his students and cheered their…


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Study abroad in CUBA!
This 5-week FLEX-semester course aims to demystify the island state of Cuba through both the classroom and face-to-face encounters with its people and politics. The course entails four weeks of course work at 51±¬ÁÏ and a ten-day full-…


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Heather Mikulski completed her undergraduate degree at KSU with a major in International Relations and a minor in Political Science in the spring of 2008. She is currently working on research that will help us better understand the public health implications of…


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Professor Ryan Claassen was on following the second presidential debate.


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What is daily life like in the Occupied Palestinian Territories and in the heartland of Israel? What exactly are the main points of contention that challenge peace between Israel and Palestinians? What are the central policy questions that govern these communities?
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Every US presidential election is a global event. The domestic policy shifts a change in leadership invites may be complimented by new policies pursued overseas. How does Trump look in a global context? If Clinton wins, how might her policies differ from those Obama has pursued…
Welcome to new members of our community, and welcome back to those who are returning!
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Congratulations to Political Science PhD candidate Amanda Clark, who has been recognized with a prestigious University Fellowship for the 2016-2017 academic year!