Tag: political science
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Frans von der Dunk, University of Nebraska-Lincoln – Rights to the Moon
Will we go to war over the moon? Frans von der Dunk, professor of space law at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, says the moon’s natural resources may present problems in the near future. Prof. Von der Dunk was awarded the Distinguished Service Award of the International Institute of Space Law (IISL) of the International Astronautical…
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Alicia Simmons, Colgate University – Politicians and Dissent
Want to ask a politician a tough question? Good luck. Alicia Simmons, associate professor of sociology at Colgate University, explores why it’s difficult to ask hard hitting questions these days. I’m a social psychologist focused on the intersections of media, race, and politics. I study how the American news media shapes audience members’ racial attitudes…
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Douglas McKechnie, United States Air Force Academy – Government and Social Media
The government is now a troll on social media. Douglas McKechnie, associate professor of law at the United States Air Force Academy, examines the new way we interact with our political leaders. Professor McKechnie is an Associate Professor of Law at the United States Air Force Academy. He is an award winning teacher and scholar…
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John Heitmann, University of Dayton – Cars and Government Regulations
Americans have long had a love affair with the automobile. John Heitmann, professor of history at the University of Dayton, explores how we re-shaped the car as it has re-shaped us. John Heitmann is a history professor at the University of Dayton. He received his Ph.D from the Johns Hopkins University in 1983. His research…
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Minita Sanghvi, Skidmore College – Gender and Biases in Politics
Women in politics face a wide swath of biases. Minita Sanghvi, Assistant Professor in Management and Business Department at Skidmore College, looks into this statement with many women entering the political fray this year. Minita Sanghvi, PhD, is an assistant professor in the Management and Business Department at Skidmore College, where she teaches business, marketing,…
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Aubrey Westfall, Wheaton College – The Politics of the Headscarf
The headscarf worn by some Muslim women is becoming a tool of civic engagement. Aubrey Westfall, assistant professor of political science at Wheaton College, explains why wearing a religious symbol freely is an important step in self-expression. Every one of my past and future project connects to a research agenda focused on issues relating to…
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F. Chris Curran, University of Maryland Baltimore County – School Resource Officers and Discipline
More and more schools have law enforcement in the hallways. F. Chris Curran, assistant professor of public policy at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, discusses how this affects schools during normal times. I am an Assistant Professor of Public Policy at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County’s (UMBC) School of Public Policy. I conduct…
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Amy Bhatt, University of Maryland Baltimore County – Highly Skilled Immigrant Family Separation
The immigration debate goes beyond the headlines. Amy Bhatt, associate professor of gender & women’s studies at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, explores another side of the story. Dr. Amy Bhatt is Associate Professor of Gender and Women’s Studies, Affiliate Assistant Professor in the Language, Literacy and Culture Program and the Asian Studies Program…
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Melissa Deckman, Washington College – The Evolving Role of Women in Politics
On Washington College Week: Women’s political participation is on the rise. Melissa Deckman, professor of political science at Washington College, discusses how younger generations are changing gender norms in politics. Professor Deckman’s areas of specialty include religion and politics, women and politics, and state and local politics. Her latest book is Tea Party Women: Mama…
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Ray Raymond, SUNY Ulster – Security
Our security measures may lead to insecurity for others. Ray Raymond, professor of government and history at the State University of New York Ulster, examines how protectionism at home may lead to bigger troubles abroad. Dr. Ray Raymond is a former British diplomat who held a Post-Doctoral Fellowship at Yale University in American History. He…