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Excellence in a Discipline Award
April 15, 2025
The GVSU Political Science Department and the International Relations program congratulate Carly Stengel (IR) and Isabella Grunwaldt (PLS), winners of the Excellence-in-a-Discipline awards for their respective majors.
Outstanding Student Paper Competition
February 26, 2025
Eligibility is open to all students who major in political science or international relations.
Victor Cardenas '00 2024 Alumni Service Award Recipient
September 30, 2024
Victor Cardenas' life has been characterized by service to the public and Grand Valley. Cardenas graduated from GVSU in 2000 with a bachelor's degree in political science. He earned a master's degree in public affairs from Indiana University and executive
Professor Zinman Publishes New Book
September 25, 2024
Professor Zinman's new book, America's First Wartime Election, is set to release this November. This will be his second book published with the University Press of Kansas.
PLS and IR Alumni Starting Law School
September 18, 2024
PLS Alum Charlotte Doran is one of the GVSU Political Science and International Relations alumni starting law school this fall. Charlotte is attending the University of Michigan Law School.
Hoogwerf Presents Research at APSA Annual Conference
September 9, 2024
GVSU student Nancy Hoogwerf attended this year's American Political Science Association conference to present climate policy research with Professor Schneider.
McGhee wins 2024 Zeeb Scholarship for Study Abroad
July 3, 2024
Aaron McGhee is the winner of the 2024 Zeeb Scholarship for Study Abroad.
Pullins Wins Outstanding Paper Award
May 3, 2024
Sarah D. Pullins is the winner of the Outstanding Paper Award for Political Science and International Relations.
Retirement Tribute: Professor Michelle Miller-Adams
April 15, 2024
The Political Science Department congratulates Professor Michelle Miller-Adams on her retirement.