Political Science

Your favorite celebrity can often influence parts of your life through the music you listen to or even the outfits you wear but could a celebrity also influence who you vote for in an election? That's a question many researchers, including University of...

As the November election approaches, it is important to consider there is a wide range of obstacles impacting Americans' access to cast their ballot across the country, ranging from photo-ID requirements in some states, misinformation aimed at confusing...

Meet Michael Rocca, an associate professor in Political Science and the director of the Master of Public Policy Program, at The University of New Mexico. 

Artificial Intelligence has crept into our society in nearly every aspect of how we work or play, so it’s no surprise experts say AI is already playing a role in the 2024 election. Political Science Associate Professor Jessica Feezell at The University...

The University of New Mexico's Communication and Marketing team (UCAM) has officially launched a new website showcasing university experts to inform the media and public about issues relevant to the upcoming 2024 election.

It’s considered one of the most controversial sports stories in American history, we’re talking about former Detroit Tigers pitcher Armando Galarraga’s almost-perfect game in 2010 before that infamous call made by umpire Jim Joyce. More...

A group of Political Science students at The University of New Mexico had the chance to learn about a historic U.S. Supreme Court case from one of the main people involved in the worldwide scandal. During the 2024 spring semester in UNM’s Constitutional...

Although the congressional floor in Washington D.C. may appear tumultuous today, the up-and-coming future leaders and politicians are demonstrating a different perspective to get things done. This is exactly what transpired at the nation’s first-ever...

A University of New Mexico student’s artwork will be front and center this summer at a historic centennial celebration. Jessica Knox, a senior at UNM pursuing a bachelor’s in history and political science, will have her work showcased before and...

The Political Science Honors Program at The University of New Mexico gives undergraduate students a taste of graduate school, along with the opportunity to explore the research process and write a senior thesis about their research with the help of faculty mentors...