News – Department of Political Science

Guneet Kaur presented at the 82nd Annual Midwest Political Science Association Conference

Undergraduate Guneet Kaur presented her research titled “Exploring the Impact of AI in Policy Making: Reinforcing Democratic Principles or Fostering Authoritarian Practices?” at the Midwest Political Science Association Conference in Chicago. Abstract: The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into policymaking promises to enhance democratic values but also raises concerns. AI is integrated in our lives … Continue reading Guneet Kaur presented at the 82nd Annual Midwest Political Science Association Conference…

Analyzing Geopolitical Events Through Market Data with Professor Wojtek Wolfe

Students at a conference table, studying chart data on a computer

Have you ever wondered how a single geopolitical event can ripple through global markets? Consider this: when the United States imposes sanctions on a major oil-exporting nation, the impact is far-reaching. Crude oil prices fluctuate, energy companies brace for change, and global markets adjust to a new status quo. Understanding these connections is part of … Continue reading Analyzing Geopolitical Events Through Market Data with Professor Wojtek Wolfe…

Dr. Shames featured in WalletHub “Most Patriotic States in America”

Alumnus Colin Sheehan, Esquire, to Present the Annual Baron Lecture on April 23

Congratulations to Professor Mike Boyle’s student, Melanie Veliz!

Melanie Veliz won first place in the Paul Robeson Library Undergraduate Research Award competition for the paper she did as part of the Honors seminar last year for her paper, “Complexities of U.S. Occupations.” Visit https://sites.rutgers.edu/prl-research-award/ to learn more about this research award.