The remarkable journey of WashU student, and Political Science major, Jordan Hughes, who matriculated on campus against all odds.

The article analyzes the long-term consequences of state-led population displacements, focusing on Afghanistan.

His research, published with professors Soubhik Barari and Kevin Munger in the Journal of Politics, shows that people often misjudge authentic news as fake, especially when it depicts a political figure from their own party in a negative light

The Teaching Innovation Showcase was an opportunity for A&S faculty to present work meant to transform the classroom learning experience.

<p>The new professor of practice discusses his upcoming book, public scholarship, and preparing to teach political science.</p>

Weidenbaum Center small grants awards are typically under $15,000 and funding is provided for up to one year. Awards are given for research that focuses on social science and/or public policy.

Undergrads Tanya Keskar and John Li were part of organizations moved to the finals on November 19th to compete for funding from a $25,000 prize pool and the chance to lift the SVC cup.

<p>Faculty and university leadership selected Merve Ileri-Tayar, a doctoral student in psychological and brain sciences, as the winner of the 2025 Dean’s Award for Graduate Research Excellence. Four additional graduate students were also recognized.</p>

The article looks at the Supreme Court's latest consideration of a portion of the 1965 Voting Rights Act, and what research shows the effect may be on American's rights.

The conference brought together experts in elections, political science, and AI from across the country.

The article looks at data on every member of the U.S. House of Representatives from the 91st to the 117th Congress (1969 to 2023), and finds that CBC members tend to enter Congress later – and stay longer than their colleagues.