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One UNM political science professor is continuing her teaching beyond a typical classroom in the Social Sciences Building.  Associate Professor Jessica Feezell is sharing thoughtful research and discussion with the greater Albuquerque community thanks...

Public Agenda, a research-to-action nonprofit dedicated to building a democracy that works for everyone, today announced its inaugural slate of grantees for the Democracy Renewal Project.  Funding of $500,000 will be dispersed to 10 teams of scholars...

When David Lopez Amaya took his first class with Associate Professor of Political Science Loren Collingwood at The University of New Mexico, it fired his enthusiasm for political science, particularly the topic of voting rights for minorities. Lopez Amaya...

Entering an election year, there’s always extra focus on voter representation. You hear phrases involving your voice, your vote and your promised changes as candidates vie for your vote; but are they really going to act in your best interest for years...

The University of New Mexico is part of an election integrity effort over 15 years in the making, and many more years to come. UNM Political Science Professor Wendy Hansen and Professor Emeritus Lonna Atkeson have spearheaded the release of an...

Anand Macherla from Honors College, a senior Economics major, and UNM’s Devrim Tiryaki, a senior Economics and Political Science major, recently won the Social Venture Challengerepresenting the United States.  The Resolution Social Venture Challenge...

The University of New Mexico Political Science Department is partnering with state legislators to provide students with an immersive, hands-on learning experience in the state’s capitol. "I made contacts that could turn into jobs after college" - Gabe...

UNM University Communication and Marketing (UCAM) have developed the "UNM Election Experts Site" to aid the media and the general public in being informed about the issues central to the 2012 presidential campaign.While New Mexico isn't considered a ...