Posts Tagged Department of Political Science

One of NPR’s top editors discusses how his Rochester education equipped him for an unexpected career in journalism.

Rochester faculty on how political conspiracy theories start and spread—and why people believe them.

The professor and Bright Line Watch cofounder’s research focuses on the rule of law and democratic erosion in the United States and Latin America.

At Rochester, the German native forged her path to a career analyzing international relations in an interconnected world.

Krager shares takeaways for students and graduates who want to land a dream job after college.

Rebecca Frank’s undergraduate internship taps into well-known ’80s and ’90s movies to boost civic engagement on social media.

Researchers successfully tested 25 different approaches to reducing partisan animosity and support for undemocratic practices or political violence. Two proved most effective.

Rochester political scientists explain why people do and don’t exercise their right to vote—and the implications of that choice for democracy.

The range of recently launched degree programs reflects what students, the workforce, and the world need and want to become ever better.

As the 2024 election season heats up, Jamie Druckman, a renowned expert on political polarization, is as busy as he’s ever been.