News: Department of Political Science

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Arts and Culture |

A sampling of university experts who sounded off on the year’s monumental movements surrounding race, ethnicity, and gender.

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Campus News |

A collection of news stories highlighting the election, COVID-19, and scientific discovery at UNLV.

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Campus News |

A collection of news stories highlighting UNLV’s commitment to community, health care, and research.

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Research |

UNLV research team explores the population and politics of 13 swing states, pushing beyond the old blue state-red state model and painting a new picture where changing suburbs influence outcomes.

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Campus News |

Diversity, safety, and success become the foundation for UNLV.

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Business and Community |

UNLV political scientist Dan Lee examines America’s two-party system and how electoral rules benefit major party candidates on Election Day.

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Research |

Brookings Mountain West and The Lincy Institute student researchers embrace remote learning and engage in public policy research to benefit UNLV and the region.

UNLV professor Rebecca Gill
Business and Community |

UNLV political and judicial expert Rebecca Gill explains the history of the United States’ contentious appointment process, how it differs from other nations, and the implications of a recent vacancy.

Political Science Major Su-Hanah Andrews studies on the 2nd floor of Hospitality Hall
Campus News |

UNLV takes on another school semester with precaution and discovery.

Lisa Levine
People |

A Scholarship Fund Honoring Regent Sam Lieberman Draws Community Support

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Campus News |

As shutdowns threatened internships, various programs and employers have found creative workarounds for students to gain crucial workplace experience.

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Research |

UNLV political science expert Tiffiany Howard examines the lag in U.S. Black business ownership and opportunities for closing the racial wealth gap.