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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

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2024 Faculty Publications and Books

Wednesday, December 4, 2024

Full list of Department of Political Science faculty research articles and books published in 2024.

Two CLAS faculty members working to empower women in political science

Tuesday, November 26, 2024

Faculty members Kelly Kadera and Sara Mitchell host workshops that support, mentor and teach women in political science.

Spring 2025 Ballard and Seashore Dissertation Fellowships

Friday, October 18, 2024

PhD candidates Nathan Micatka and Nathan Timbs were awarded Ballard and Seashore Dissertation Fellowships for Spring 2025.

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