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Training Computational Social Science PhD Students for Academic and Non-Academic Careers

Political Science Now

However, because computational social science (CSS) is still relatively new to the social sciences, it can feel like a hidden curriculum for many PhD students. We conclude with practical recommendations for departments and professional associations to better support PhD students. Read the full article.

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OPINION: It may be time to rethink the emphasis on taking calculus in high school

The Hechinger Report

Subsequent research and statements from math experts questioned the relevance and efficacy of traditional pathways to calculus for all students. In fact, admissions officers say students who wish to gain admission to competitive universities often feel compelled to take the course, even if they intend to major in social science or humanities.

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The Timing Is Right for Anthro-Journo

Anthropology News

Courses in history, psychology, sociology, and political science are often part of the core curricula in journalism programs,” writes Paula Horvath in Journalism & Mass Communication Educator. Grafting ethnography onto journalism has been suggested for decades—it’s time to put it into practice.

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Same Old Story in Silicon Valley

Political Science Now

In the APSA Public Scholarship Program, graduate students in political science produce summaries of new research in the American Political Science Review. Additionally, Utrata’s analyses challenge traditional views, seeing space colonialism as a completely different concept from territorial colonialism.

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APSA Member Spotlight: Dr. Timothy Lewis, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

Political Science Now

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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Reading, writing and arguing: Can a summer of big questions push students to college?

The Hechinger Report

Nearly half — 46 percent — major in the humanities or social sciences, Lee said. More engaging than traditional summer school. Summer students at Columbia say they wouldn’t trade the Freedom and Citizenship program for a more traditional writing workshop. It begins to become manageable.”.

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Call for Papers: Special Issue on Forecasting the 2024 US Elections

Political Science Now

PS Call for Papers: Special Issue on Forecasting the 2024 US Elections Submission Deadline: July 17, 2024 | Read the full Call for Papers here Election forecasting has become big business in the social sciences and US media industry. The special issue will be published in the PS: Political Science & Politics journal in 2025.