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.

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

Caroline Tolbert was elected as one of three Vice Presidents for the American Political Science Association (APSA) 2024-2025 Council.

Andrew Kelleher shares his experience studying abroad in Spain on a Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State.

Prof. Caroline Tolbert and PhD alum Michael Ritter published a paper in Election Law Journal titled "Measuring County Election Administration in the United States."