News // Department of Political Science // University of Notre Dame

May 12, 2021

Notre Dame launches Center for Citizenship & Constitutional Government

The University of Notre Dame has launched the Center for Citizenship & Constitutional Government, a new hub of scholarship and...

July 15, 2020

Rooney Center faculty in the news 2019–20

Reporters across the country regularly reach out to Rooney Center faculty, highlighting their research and seeking their expertise on stories...

February 19, 2018

Political scientist’s new book on liberalism garners significant media attention

A new book by a Notre Dame political science professor has sparked a fire in the public sphere, garnering significant...

January 24, 2018

Videos: Political science alumni discuss the value of a liberal arts education in Washington, D.C.

Political science alumni are making their mark in Washington, D.C., building successful careers at prestigious organizations including The Washington Post,...

March 02, 2017

Dianne Pinderhughes honored with creation of mentorship legacy award

Dianne Pinderhughes has been honored by the National Conference of Black Political Scientists with the creation of the Dianne M....

October 17, 2015

Fraga Brings Latino Studies Expertise to Political Commentary, Research

From the Supreme Court to Pope Francis to the 2016 presidential candidates, the issue of immigration is at the forefront...

August 19, 2015

Two Arts and Letters Faculty Members Awarded ACLS Fellowships

Two faculty members from Notre Dame’s College of Arts and Letters have won fellowships this year from the American Council...

January 24, 2014

Four ILS Faculty Fellows Publish First Books

Four faculty fellows from Notre Dame’s Institute for Latino Studies have recently published their first books. The Institute will host...

October 07, 2013

Video: Fighting For Equal Education

It’s no secret that students in the United States lag behind their global peers in math. Nicole McNeil, ACE Associate...

September 16, 2013

Video: Patrick Deneen on the Constitution and the American Way of Life

“When we think about a constitution, we ought to think more comprehensively,” says Patrick Deneen, the David A. Potenziani Memorial...

August 20, 2013

Video: Political Scientist Patrick Regan on Modeling Peace

“We need to reinvent the way we think about studying war and peace,” says Patrick Regan, a professor in Notre...

May 18, 2012

Graduating Seniors Receive National Fellowships

The Fulbright Exchange Program, National Science Foundation, and other national and international organizations have awarded postgraduate scholarships and fellowships to...

September 14, 2011

Political Philosophy in the Twentieth Century: Authors and Arguments

Political Philosophy in the Twentieth Century: Authors and Arguments Edited by Catherine Zuckert The Nancy Reeves Dreux Professor of Political...

June 16, 2011

God's Century: Resurgent Religion and Global Politics

God’s Century: Resurgent Religion and Global Politics Daniel Philpott, with Monica Duffy Toft and Timothy Samuel Shah Associate Professor Political...