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APSA Oral History Project: Contributions by Scholars of Color Interview Series

Political Science Now

This collection of interviews contributes to a continuous project that seeks to amplify the scholarship and the contributions of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color to the profession and investigate the history of race and racism in the political science profession. Dr. Errol Henderson, P rof. He received his Ph.D.

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In Memoriam: Renowned Political Scientist and former APSA President, Dr. Matthew Holden, Jr., Passes Away

Political Science Now

renowned political scientist, distinguished educator, and cherished mentor, passed away on January 26, 2025, at the age of 93. Holdens contributions to the field of political science and his commitment to justice and equity have left an indelible mark on academia and beyond. Matthew Holden Jr. Matthew Holden Jr.

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In Memoriam: Dr. Boris E. Ricks, Associate Professor of Political Science at California State University, Passes Away

Political Science Now

Ricks was an Associate Professor of Political Science at California State University, Northridge, since 2008. in Political Science from the University of Southern California in 2003. Within the American Political Science Association, Dr. Ricks held a number of leadership and committee positions.

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Katherine Thrailkill’s Mentor Led Her to MAHG

Teaching American History

While earning her Masters in secondary school education at Arizona State University, she’d observed Lindblom’s class. The course would prepare students for her fast-paced junior-level AP American History class. It would give them time to think about American principles while learning to read primary documents.

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APSA’s Summer Rise High School Intern Program: Meet the Cohort

Political Science Now

This summer, the American Political Science Association partnered with Montgomery County Public School (MCPS) District’s Summer Rise Program to offer three high school students the opportunity to gain experience in political science knowledge production and higher education non-profits.

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OPINION: When books are banned, ‘education is impoverished, and everyone loses’

The Hechinger Report

The ban was recently reversed in response to widespread criticism, but it is emblematic of an ongoing campaign by state and local officials around the country to dictate how K-12 and college and university educators and students address race, history and social justice.

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What Documents Should I Teach? Federalism, with John Dinan

Teaching American History

Buchanan thought the federal government had no business supporting state educational facilities. When teaching political science and government, we tend to teach federalism and the separation of powers as one issue, and to teach civil rights and liberties as a separate issue. The post What Documents Should I Teach? <I>Federalism</I>,