News: Department of Political Science
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A collection of news stories from February highlighting the people and research of UNLV.
A collection of news stories capturing the excitement and accomplishments of UNLV at the start of a new decade.
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Honors College student Martha Amaya one of just 30 nationwide to receive Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Fellowship.
Honors College student Akaisha Cook one of just 30 nationwide to receive 2020 Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship.
A collection of news stories capturing the excitement of UNLV’s campus in June, July and August.
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Inspired by a '00s movie and a grandfather she never met, Alexis Hilts found her path to medical school.
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Triple-major Martha Amaya’s research explores the interactions between policing, public policy, and crowd science.
UNLV president will highlight exceptional students at commencement who embody the academic, research, and community impact of the graduating class.
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Alumna realized she could influence elected officials — before she could even vote. Here's how you can too.
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Participants hope to tap into pipeline leading to legal and public service careers.
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Rebecca Gill’s experience is informing gender inequality research and inspiring other women to share their stories.
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Professor Michael Bowers on writing the essential textbook on Nevada's political scoundrels and budget battles.