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
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.
Alumna realized she could influence elected officials — before she could even vote. Here's how you can too.
Participants hope to tap into pipeline leading to legal and public service careers.
A collection of recent news stories highlighting the people and programs of UNLV.
Rebecca Gill’s experience is informing gender inequality research and inspiring other women to share their stories.
Political Science In The News
A populist mayor in Taiwan who favors closer ties with China won the opposition party’s nomination to run against President Tsai Ing-wen, who has been sharply critical of Beijing’s attempts to pressure the island into unification.
In the last 30 years, Nevada has evolved from a sparsely and homogenously populated rural outpost to one of the most urban and diverse states in the country. Nevada’s population is now majority-minority. The Las Vegas-Henderson-Paradise Metropolitan statistical area with over 2.2 million residents is the 28th largest in the country and is home to nearly three out of four Nevadans. By 2060, the demographics of the rest of the United States are expected to look a lot like Las Vegas does today.
The Las Vegas Review-Journal on Tuesday launched its first Judicial Performance Evaluation since 2013.
It was a common sight during the 2019 legislative session: Sen. Julia Ratti of Sparks, leaving the suite of Democratic leadership offices as the clock wound toward midnight.
In the last 30 years, Nevada has evolved from a sparsely and homogenously populated rural outpost to one of the most urban and diverse states in the country. Nevada’s population is now majority-minority. The Las Vegas-Henderson-Paradise Metropolitan statistical area with over 2.2 million residents is the 28th largest in the country and is home to nearly three out of four Nevadans. By 2060, the demographics of the rest of the United States are expected to look a lot like Las Vegas does today.
China’s heavy-handed tactics in Hong Kong could be also hurting its cause in neighboring Taiwan.
