News: Department of Political Science

man in law library
Research |

Professor Michael Bowers on writing the essential textbook on Nevada's political scoundrels and budget battles.

Portrait of Lena Rieke
People |

This law library fellow enjoys the challenge of helping students ferret out reliable information.

student Alexis Hilts and assistant professor Matt Bernacki
Research |

Undergrad Alexis Hilts will present her honors thesis at the American Psychological Association's national conference.

Refugees on a raft
Campus News |

Political scientist Tiffiany Howard explains the causes and potential effects of the thousands of people fleeing Syria’s ongoing civil war.

CNN technician Shawn Flowers watches the debate from the media gallery
Campus News |

UNLV played host to the third and final presidential debate of the 2016 election. Our favorite news stories capturing the preparation, the big day, and beyond.

Scott Hoffman
People |

This UNLV alum roots for the New York Mets, and for every Rebel who needs his help as he leads the UNLV Support Team.

Jennifer Hurtado
Campus News |

The best summation of the presidential debate experience: "No one treated me like a student. For a couple of hours, I felt like a professional."

Katelyn DiBenedetto holds an arrowhead
Research |

From finances to energy, health care, and more, UNLV graduate student researchers are asking important questions about America’s future.

David Damore
Campus News |

Political science professor David Damore is one of UNLV's go-to sources for context on the state’s hot-button issues.

Homecoming Queen Corrin Sullivan and king Aviv Itzhaki
People |

The one-time UNLV homecoming queen returns to help build UNLV School of Medicine’s curriculum.

2016 Debate flags
Campus News |

Students and the Las Vegas community will gather to watch live streams of the debates leading up to the final contest Oct. 19 at UNLV.

Voting line
Business and Community |

Political science professor David Damore on how just a few Nevada votes can turn an entire election.