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– Andrea Longstreet, Political Science major

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Leila Assadi

Political Science student promotes international understanding through campus leadership

Wednesday, November 5, 2025
Leila Assadi, a UI undergraduate student double majoring in economics and political science with minors in international business and political risk analysis is the recipient of the 2025 Global Student Award, exemplifies what it means to be a globally minded Hawkeye.
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Chase LaSpisa selected for CSSI 2025-2026 Dissertation Completion Program

Thursday, October 30, 2025
PhD candidate Chase LaSpisa was selected for the Center for Social Science Innovation (CSSI) 2025-2026 Dissertation Completion Program (DCP).
Brenda Ramirez

Graduate spotlight: Brenda Ramirez

Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Brenda Ramirez became interested in working in politics during a high school internship with her state representative.

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