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Mainstream political scientists often struggle with the subfield called…


Tough Enough? National Security Issues Could Affect the 2016 U.S. Presidential Race

NEW YORK CITY - MARCH 2, 2016: Hillary Rodham Clinton affirmed her status as…


Studying for Comps? Here are Three Approaches to Try Based on Learning Style

An example of the author’s mind mapping technique (click to expand). There…


Will the 2016 U.S. Presidential Election Be a Realigning Election?

In his classic book Dynamics of the Party System, James L. Sundquist developed…


Incorporating Family in Your MPSA Conference Experience

So having done it recently myself, I understand how challenging it can be to…


Three Methods to Ready Your Research for Public Absorption

Recently one of the biggest discussions within the field of political science…


Primaries and Caucuses 2016: Experiencing the Energy and Demystifying the Math

INDIANOLA, IA - FEBRUARY 1, 2016: Indianola mayor Kelly Shaw (second from…


Gender and Emotions on the Campaign Trail

WASHINGTON - JANUARY 13, 2009: U.S. Secretary of State Nominee and incumbent…


Presenting At Conferences – A Grad Student’s Guide

Presenting at a conference is a daunting task for any academic. Be it a big…