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"Iowa has prepared me for my future by teaching me what professionalism is and a way to navigate life and have a balance between work life, school, and friendships."

– Andrea Longstreet, Political Science major

News and Announcements

Andrew Kelleher in Spain

Spain and Scholarships: Studying Abroad with Federal Financial Assistance

Thursday, September 26, 2024
Andrew Kelleher shares his experience studying abroad in Spain on a Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State.
Brian Lai news

Prof. Brian Lai recognized for commitment to student success

Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Prof. Brian Lai was one of several CLAS faculty members recognized by the 2024 graduating class as having a pivotal role in shaping their success and helping them reach their academic and career goals.
International Impact Awardees

Hamod and Tyner honored with 2024 International Impact Award

Tuesday, August 13, 2024
Political science alumni David A. Hamod (‘81) and Richard J. Tyner ('70) received 2024 International Impact Awards from International Programs for their significant contributions.

Events

Julianna Pacheco, “Iowa Vital Voices Project: Building Political Voice for Latino Health”  promotional image

Julianna Pacheco, “Iowa Vital Voices Project: Building Political Voice for Latino Health”

Friday, October 11, 2024 12:00pm to 1:20pm
Schaeffer Hall
SUDHINDRA BOSE SPEAKER SERIES “Iowa Vital Voices Project: Building Political Voice for Latino Health" Authors Julianna Pacheco, Nicole Novak, Nicholas Salazar, SALUD, and Community Advisory Board PRESENTED BY: Julianna Pacheco, Professor of Political Science, University of Iowa
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Paul R. Houston, "Threat Investigations and Analysis: A Conversation About Diplomatic Security Careers"

Friday, October 11, 2024 12:45pm to 2:00pm
Biology Building East
"Threat Investigations and Analysis: A Conversation About Diplomatic Security Careers" Paul R. Houston, Bureau of Diplomatic Security, U.S. Department of State Careers with Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) offer exciting opportunities to protect national security in roles such as special agents, diplomatic couriers, and technical officers. Join us for an informative discussion with alum Paul R. Houston, Deputy Assistant Secretary and Assistant Director of the Diplomatic Security Service for...
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The Hero You Don’t Know: Hubert Humphrey and the Long Struggle for Civil Rights

Thursday, October 24, 2024 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Virtual
To mark the 60th anniversary of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, award-winning author Samuel G. Freedman, professor of journalism at Columbia University, and Norman Sherman, who served as Vice President Hubert Humphrey’s press secretary during Lyndon Johnson’s administration, will delve into a bit of history that bears remembrance this presidential election year. Together, Freedman and Sherman will examine Humphrey’s efforts to advance civil rights in the 1940s.
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