Passing of Mayor Menino
The Department of Political Science offers its condolences to the families and friends of Mayor Thomas Menino. We are proud of the fact that he was Professor of the Practice in our department. We admired his enthusiasm and skills in sharing his experiences and insights with students both in classes and over pizza. His eagerness […]
BU Political Science Department notes passing of Emeritus Professor Betty Zisk
For text of the memorial resolution at the College of Arts and Science Faculty Meeting moved by Department Chair – Professor Zisk
PO Grad Student recent co-author
Graduate student Anshul Jain recently co-authored a book with James E. Katz, Director of the BU College of Communication’s Division of Emerging Media Studies, and Michael Barris, a New York-based journalist. The Social Media President: Barack Obama and the Politics of Digital Engagement was published by Palgrave Macmillan in December, 2013. It details how social […]
Council for European Studies Pays Tribute to Cathie Martin’s Leadership
Professor Cathie Martin was recognized for her distinguished efforts in leading the Council for European Studies in their most recent Biennial Report. Please find the tribute on page 7.
Professor Swanson to participate on Panels at Yale Conference
On Thursday, November 1 at Yale University, Professor Judith Swanson will participate in two discussion panels on Steven Smith’s new book, “Political Philosophy.” The discussions are part of the Yale Representative Institutions Conference and will cover ancient and modern political thought, as well as the teaching of political philosophy. Other panel members include Prof Robert […]
4 Graduate Students to Present at 2013 ISA Conference
4 GRADUATE STUDENTS TO PRESENT AT 2013 ISA CONFERENCE 4 graduate students in the Department have been accepted to present at the Annual Convention of the International Studies Association (ISA) in April, 2013 in San Francisco, CA. Anshul Jain, June Park, Ahmet Tekelioglu and Gregory Winger will be presenting individual research papers on a range […]
Department Chair Wilson Recognized for Career Achievements
Graham Wilson, Chair of the Department, has been recognized with the Ulrich Kloeti Award for Distinguished Contributions to the Study of Policy Policy by the International Political Science Association. The award, given to one scholar annually, recognizes Wilson’s career contributions to scholarship and leadership in the Structure and Organization of Government. Wilson’s contributions in these […]
Alumnus Weinstein Supports Undergraduate Excellence
David Weinstein, CAS ’72, has generously provided the department with annual funds to support our undergraduates in three ways. His gift will support Honors thesis research, and provide annual funds for prizes for the best overall performance by a major and the best paper by a major. The prize for the best paper will be […]
Prof Longman Writes NY Times Op-Ed
Tim Longman, Associate Professor of Political Science and Director of the African Studies Center published an Op-Ed in the New York Times on June 29th. Longman, an expert in African politics highlights the ways that Rwanda’s seemingly progressive and well regarded post-genocide government suppresses political dissent. You can read the whole piece here: http://www.nytimes.com/2012/06/30/opinion/stifled-dissent-in-rwanda.html?_r=1
Poli Sci Commencement a Great Success
Thank you to the class of 2012 for helping make a wonderful Commencement ceremony this past weekend. Please visit the “Memories” section of the BU Commencement website to see contact information for the photographer and videographer (available June 11th). Below you will see Professor Kriner’s remarks from the ceremony. Best wishes for the future! […]