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Congratulations to Professor Tim Johnson for receiving the 2025 Vickie R. Courtney Award for Outstanding Service to University Senate Governance! This recognition acknowledges individuals who have made a significant impact on University Senate governance. cla.umn.edu/polisci/news-e…

Professor Andrew Karch co-authored new Cato Institute research brief on how over time, licensing has gradually spread from higher-risk, more complex jobs to lower-risk, less complex ones. cato.org/research-brief…

Professor Tim Johnson discusses the uncharted territory the US finds itself in after judge finds cause to hold Trump admin in contempt, with KARE 11. kare11.com/article/news/l…

Anlin Thachil has always been interested in activism and diversity studies. In recognition of her work to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion at the University of Minnesota, Anlin has received the 2024 SEED award. Read Anlin's story: cla.umn.edu/polisci/news-e…

Professor Paul Goren discusses the stigma of partisan labels during times of high political polarization in Minnesota Daily opinion: mndaily.com/293952/opinion…

Four days to go until Helen M. Kinsella @hmkinsella.bsky.social’s (University of Minnesota) talk on ‘Civilian Harm Mitigation Strategies in the US Department of Defense’ – at Exeter College at 3.30pm on Mon 5 May! Book now: eventbrite.co.uk/e/civilian-har…

American politics powerhouse and professor Kathryn Pearson has been named UMN Liberal Arts's 2025 Dean's Medalist. Learn how she came to specialize in American politics, her current research, and her approach to teaching: cla.umn.edu/news-events/pr…

In this Q&A, the 2025 Dean’s Medalist, PoliSciUMN Professor Kathryn Pearson, shares why she fell in love with American politics, what her research reveals about women in power, and whether she thinks we’ll ever have a woman president (spoiler: yes!). 🔗: ow.ly/12H950VJcrU

While local politics may not get nearly as much news or social media attention, its proximity to people’s lives helps drive community engagement, says Internship Director and Instructor Paul Soper in Minnesota Daily opinion. mndaily.com/294116/opinion…

In recognition of her outstanding work, on the basis of merit, research, leadership, and other accomplishments, we are proud to announce that Professor Fazal has been named a 2025 Distinguished McKnight Professor! cla.umn.edu/polisci/news-e…

Congrats to Deniz Kaptan, a third-year graduate student, on receiving the Hella Mears Fellowship! This fellowship will support her research on religious groups that exist as non-state and non-violent actors, and their emergence and diffusion in time. cla.umn.edu/polisci/news-e…

Considering the second Trump administration's resistance to its directives, Professor Tim Johnson, graduate student Grace Hertzog, and PhD alumna Rachael Houston chart the history of the Court's role. blogs.lse.ac.uk/usappblog/2025…

During her undergraduate career, political science student Cierra Phillips Cierra ⚢ has gained a great foundational base from her experiences in the classroom, research opportunities, and leadership positions. Her next stop after graduation: law school. cla.umn.edu/polisci/news-e…

Introducing your 2025 CLA Undergraduate Commencement student speakers: Sara Davis (BA '25, PoliSciUMN) and Joscelyn Sturm (BA '25, UMN English)! 🎓 Read more about these two stellar students and get all of the Commencement details: z.umn.edu/CLACommencement

"Thank you for getting a liberal arts degree. It is an indication not only of your personal effort, but also your own belief that you will use your skills to make a difference.” —Sara Davis, CLA Class of 2025 Commencement Speaker, PoliSciUMN #UMNCLA #UMN25

We are excited to announce that Professor Kathryn Pearson has been named Associate Dean of Undergraduate Education and Director of the University Honors Program! cla.umn.edu/polisci/news-e…

Celebrating Rachel Huberty, a 2025 graduate 🎓 Rachel pursued dual majors in UMN History and PoliSciUMN to prepare for a career in social studies education. Her position as a student worker in the history department was a highlight of her experience. 🔗: ow.ly/Svhw50VRUf3

Jacob Richter studied political science because he is fascinated by geopolitics and international trade. During his undergraduate career, he took classes that aligned with his interests, was involved in USG, and interned with Senator Amy Klobuchar. cla.umn.edu/polisci/news-e…

Recent graduate Amara Omar found the UMN an "amazing place to actually get engaged politically." From classes and student government to grassroots activism and an internship, she was involved with what she is passionate about in a variety of ways. cla.umn.edu/polisci/news-e…

Political science lecturer Tim Collins says the targeting of international students is meant to appease the right by targeting two groups they distrust: universities and immigrants in Minnesota Daily opinion. mndaily.com/294472/opinion…