Elizabeth Menninga, associate professor in the Department of Political Science and researcher affiliate in the Center for Social Science Innovation (CSSI), recalls the stranger remarking on her unusual combination of textbooks: one for calculus and one for political philosophy.

Leila Assadi, a second-year student majoring in economics and political science, was one of the founding members of the University of Iowa Ethics Bowl team, which bested 20 competing teams in the Midwest.

PhD candidate Nathan Micatka recently published a solo article in Policy Studies Journal titled, “Learning to avoid: The long-term effects of adolescent welfare participation on voting habits in adulthood.”

Andrew Kelleher, political science and international relations senior, has been named a 2025 Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Graduate Fellowship recipient.

Caleb Smith, Iowa political science alum and graduate of the School of Planning and Public Affairs program is applying his passion for public service at the City of Chicago’s Office of Inspector General.

Mitchell and Pizzi published a study that analyses how the Peruvian government’s response to natural disasters influenced political violence in the country.

PhD candidate Nathan Micatka was selected for the Center for Social Science Innovation (CSSI) Spring 2025 Dissertation Completion Program (DCP).

International relations major Alix Bushard will perform the national anthem during the fall 2024 College of Liberal Arts and Sciences commencement ceremony.

Former longtime Iowa Congressman and University of Iowa friend and supporter Jim Leach passed away Wednesday, Dec. 11.

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

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

Political science alum Mike Michener received the 2024 Distinguished Alumni Friend Award, one the University of Iowa’s highest alumni honors.