Political Science Now

APRIL 3, 2024

The APSA Diversity and Inclusion Advancing Research Grant supports the advancement of research goals and professional development of early career political science scholars. The grant will award scholars whose research areas focus on one of the following target research areas.

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Political Science Now

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Lewis (he/him/his) is an identity politics researcher, social justice activist, and Associate Professor of Political Science at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and a Bachelor of Arts in History from the historic Tuskegee University.

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The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 27, 2016

He said, ‘Kenyon is working on it, but there is a predominant brand of young person who attends the school,’” recalled Margolin, now a political science major who loves her school but recognizes it has a lot of work ahead to become more diverse. But some students feel they have not gone far enough. Next stop, college. “It

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Political Science Now

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Moira Lynch (she/her/hers) is an Associate Professor in the department of politics, geography and international studies at the University of Wisconsin – River Falls. Dr. Lynch completed her PhD in political science at the University of Minnesota. Research interests include social movements, social justice and cultural genocide.

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Political Science Now

AUGUST 15, 2024

The APSA Community College Faculty Award is presented annually by the American Political Science Association (APSA) to honor exemplary contributions that advance the multi-faceted goals of community college faculty. Beyond the classroom, Dr. Loonat is a prolific researcher whose work has garnered international recognition.

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The Hechinger Report

DECEMBER 23, 2021

Early data from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center shows college enrollments down this fall for the second year in a row. A counselor from South High School in Minneapolis said she had just written a letter of recommendation for a student who “is involved in, like, 50 organizations,” from social justice to climate change.

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Political Science Now

MARCH 14, 2025

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 earned his doctorate in political science at Northwestern University in Chicago, Illinois.

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Political Science Now

AUGUST 2, 2024

Goodnow Award is presented annually by the American Political Science Association (APSA) to honor distinguished service to the profession and the Association. Citation from the Award Committee: As a scholar, as a teacher and mentor, as an institutional and disciplinary leader, and as a political activist, Cathy J.

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Digital Promise

AUGUST 2, 2017

In detailing the moral predicaments that arise in schools, the researchers also provide a framework for educators to discuss their own dilemmas with colleagues, opening the door to making these conversations more common. The Case of the Failing Eighth Grader.

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The Hechinger Report

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Antioch College in Ohio, which focuses on activism and social justice and is governed collectively by its faculty and students, reopened after closing for three years, during which faculty and alumni sued and raised money to revive it. he was a political science major with plans to become a lawyer.

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Political Science Now

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

The American Political Science Association (APSA) is delighted to announce a new editorial team for the American Political Science Review ( APSR )—the oldest and most prestigious political science journal in the world. Her research interests focus on racial and ethnic inequalities in the U.S.

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Political Science Now

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Methods courses are often a requirement for students majoring in political science, government, or public policy, and yet not the most sought out subject of study. The approach of open pedagogy involves a process of learning that is constructive and draws on theories of social justice.

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Political Science Now

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

One of the many important roles of the American Political Science Association (APSA) is recognizing excellence in the political science profession.  Goodnow Award for distinguished service to the profession and APSA John Gaus Award for scholarship in political science and public administration Hubert H.

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The Hechinger Report

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

The political division they’ve witnessed hasn’t discouraged young voters, said LoMonte, a sophomore political science major from Bloomfield, New Jersey, who was wearing a “TCNJ Votes” T-shirt. They’re really coming in with much more knowledge about social justice issues,” Aydelotte said. They affect them right now.”

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Political Science Now

MARCH 25, 2025

The Democratic Party’s focus on social justice issues and identity politics may have alienated Latino voters who viewed this as deprioritizing their concerns about job security and economic stability. The increasing political engagement of Latino voters reflects a dynamic and evolving electorate.

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