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Why Should I Vote? - Dr. Steve Nawara Answers
Published: September 17, 2024.
Dr. Steve Nawara, chair and professor of political science, answers, "Why I Should Go Out and Vote?" in a video blog for Voter Registration Day. He is part of the 91ÖÆƬ³§ Civic Engagement Committee , which encourages all students, faculty, and [MORE

Dr. Steve Nawara Provides Expert Insights on the 2024 Election
Published: August 19, 2024.
Dr. Steve Nawara, 91ÖÆƬ³§ chair and professor of political science , has resumed his video series offer ing deep insights into the 2024 Election.   These videos, accompanied by two blog posts ,  enhance understanding of the electoral process [MORE

91ÖÆƬ³§ Begins New Academic Programs in 2024-2025 Academic Year
Published: July 31, 2024.
91ÖÆƬ³§ will have several new academic programs for the 2024-2025 academic year aimed at enhancing its students' educational opportunities and career pathways.   Graduate Programs   Doctor of Physical Therapy   91ÖÆƬ³§ introduce [MORE

Illinois Supreme Court Justice Holder White Returns to 91ÖÆƬ³§ Campus
Published: October 24, 2022.
On October 11 and 12, Illinois Supreme Court Justice Lisa Holder White returned to the 91ÖÆƬ³§ Romeoville Campus, talking to students and the university community about the Illinois Court system and her experiences as a judge. The 91ÖÆƬ³§ [MORE

Dr. Liesen Presents 'Supporting a Right to Reproduce'
Published: October 3, 2022.
Dr. Laurette Liesen, professor of political science, presented a paper at the American Political Science Association’s Annual Meeting on September 16, in Montreal, Canada. The paper’s title is “Supporting a Right to Reproduce: Contributions from Life [MORE



91ÖÆƬ³§ Hosted Lecture By Dr. Patrick Stewart, Associate Professor of Political Science at the University of Arkansas

On April 3, 2019 Dr. Patrick Stewart, Associate Professor of Political Science at the University of Arkansas, gave a lecture to 91ÖÆƬ³§ students entitled “Smiles of the 2020 Presidential Candidates: Broadening and Building Followership.” His research examines how various politicians’ smiles influence voters and how they can build support for their candidacies using data from past elections as well as examining the various candidates in the 2020 presidential campaign.  This lecture was founded by an activity grant from Pi Sigma Alpha, the Political Science National Honor Society, in Washington, DC. 


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