
Department of Political Science News
Faculty in the political science department cover a broad range of specialties including American politics, public policy, public law, political theory, comparative politics, and international politics.
Current Political Science News

UNLV president will highlight exceptional students at commencement who embody the academic, research, and community impact of the graduating class.

A collection of news stories highlighting the experts and student changemakers at UNLV.
A collection of news stories highlighting the experts and student changemakers at UNLV.

As the Russia-Ukraine conflict continues to escalate, UNLV researchers are available to provide expertise.

A collection of news stories highlighting the experts and events at UNLV.
A collection of 2021 headlines highlighting medical school milestones, a steady stronghold on diversity and research rankings, student success, and media mentions featuring faculty experts.
Political Science In The News
A deadly church shooting in California has spotlighted a politically active Presbyterian congregation that is spread across the U.S. and closely associated with supporters of Taiwan independence.

Nearly all of the Republicans seeking to be elected Nevada secretary of state share a common goal: roll back voter access laws to improve “security” and “integrity.”

Reno attorney and former boxer Joey Gilbert received the Nevada Republican Party’s endorsement for governor, just a couple of days after Clark County Sheriff Joe Lombardo received former President Donald Trump’s endorsement.

Miles from the bright lights, jangling slot machines and crush of tourists on the Las Vegas Strip, a project is under construction that some economists believe represents the future of the region.

Now that Clark County Sheriff Joe Lombardo has an endorsement from Donald Trump in the Nevada governor’s race, it will be interesting to see how he handles the campaign moving forward.
Independent voters will have a lot of power during the midterm election. They outnumber Republicans and Democrats.
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