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

Political Science Now

A man of profound intellect, unwavering dedication, and boundless curiosity, Dr. Holdens contributions to the field of political science and his commitment to justice and equity have left an indelible mark on academia and beyond. He specialized in the US Presidency, the Executive Branch, public administration, and urban politics.

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Katherine Thrailkill’s Mentor Led Her to MAHG

Teaching American History

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. But small seminars on ethics and political philosophy stimulated her imagination and taught her to think critically.

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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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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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What Documents Should I Teach? Federalism, with John Dinan

Teaching American History

He sat down with Ellen Tucker to discuss how teachers can use the volume in their government or civics classrooms. If a teacher were to say to you, I’ve got time to use only two or three documents from your collection in my one-semester government class, which documents would you suggest the teacher select?

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Careers at Community Colleges: Applying to Jobs at 2-Year Institutions

Political Science Now

Political Science from UC Riverside and is an Associate Professor of Political Science at Imperial Valley College. Dr. Cauchon specializes in International Relations and Political Theory, with a focus on environmental justice and transnational social movements. in Political Science from Richland Community College.

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College Uncovered, Season 2, Episode 8

The Hechinger Report

And she says while some of these schools are doing better than others, she’d like to see the federal government hold them all accountable under the so-called Gainful Employment Rule. Fewer college students are majoring in liberal arts subjects like philosophy or English and political science, like you did, Jon.