Matthew Moen, University of South Dakota – Civility in Politics
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Political discussions are often uncivil. Matthew Moen, professor of political science at the University of South Dakota, delves into a few ideas to improve political discourse. Matthew C. Moen currently serves as Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences,…
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Amy Bree Becker, Loyola University Maryland – Political Comedy
Do we learn more about politics through comedy shows? Amy Bree Becker, assistant professor in the department of communication at Loyola University Maryland, details the mixing of politics and comedy and how it affects our views. Amy Bree Becker is…
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Jack Rakove, Stanford University – Executive Power and the Electoral College
How did the Electoral College come to be? Jack Rakove, professor of history and political science at Stanford University, explores the origin of this sometimes maligned style of election. Jack Rakove is the William Robertson Coe Professor of History and…
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Corey Seemiller, Wright State University – Young Voters
Will young voters help decide this election? Corey Seemiller, assistant professor in organizational leadership at Wright State University, details Generation Z and whether they’ll make a showing at the polls. Dr. Corey Seemiller received her Bachelor’s degree in Communication from…
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This Week On The Academic Minute (2016.10.24)
This Week on The Academic Minute 2016.10.24 Monday, October 24th Corey Seemiller of Wright State University explores if young voters will decide this year’s election. Tuesday, October 25th Jack Rakove of Stanford University discusses the beginnings of the Electoral College.…
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The Academic Minute for 2016.10.17-10.21
Academic Minute from 10.17 – 10.21 Monday, October 17th Matthew Feinberg – University of Toronto Persuading Political Opponents Matthew Feinberg is an Assistant Professor of Organizational Behaviour at Rotman. He earned his PhD in Social Psychology from the University of…
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Victoria Pagan, University of Florida – Conspiracy Theories
Could modern conspiracy theories be traced back to ancient Rome? Victoria Pagan, professor of classics at University of Florida, delves into whether ancient examples can relate to present day theories. Professor of Classics at the University of Florida, Victoria Emma…
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Mary Steffel featured on The Best of Our Knowledge
As always, host Bob Barrett selects an Academic Minute to air during The Best of Our Knowledge. Each week this program examines some of the issues unique to college campuses, looks at the latest research, and invites commentary from experts…
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Stephen Schwalbe, American Public University – Should The Electoral College Be Abolished?
Should the Electoral College be abolished? Stephen Schwalbe, Program Director of Political Science at American Public University, details why that might not be the best course of action. Dr. Schwalbe, Program Director of Political Science at American Public University, retired…
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Curtis Dozier, Vassar College – Political Rhetoric
What do Aristotle and sound bites have in common? Curtis Dozier, visiting assistant professor of Greek & Roman studies at Vassar College, examines whether candidates use Aristotle’s teachings when appealing to voters. Curtis Dozier received his Ph.D. from the University…