The Security and Political Economy (SPEC) Lab at the University of Southern California is welcoming applications from current undergraduate students for an 8-week intensive research training program, “Data Science and the Political Economy of International Security” in summer 2022. The program, which runs from June 13th to August 5th, includes training in research methods and work as a research assistant on faculty-led projects related to the political economy of security. … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2022
DAI Global Junior Professional Cohort
February 20, 2022 by Leave a Comment
DAI Global is offering another round of their junior professional cohort — with anticipated start date of April 1. See more! This is a rare opportunity in the field of international development. … [Read more...]
Love from UMW to France
February 16, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Happy Valentine’s day! Check out UMW's article story on IA alumni Jalen Brown and Maria Dubiel ’19 on their journey from high school, to UMW, to France! They were in IPE together with Professor Gupta as well. 🙂 … [Read more...]
Yesli Vega Campaign Intern Opportunity
February 15, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Yesli Vega for Virginia is looking for enthusiastic and dedicated students that want to learn more about the ins & outs of a political campaign. To apply for an internship, send your resume to Eric Paige (eric@yeslivega.com) or call at (518) 796-9702. … [Read more...]
Professor Davidson Awarded Waple Professorship
February 15, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Professor Jason Davidson has been awarded the Waple Professorship for the academic years 2022-2024. Established in honor of Shirley Van Epps Waple, a 1952 Mary Washington graduate, the nomination-based award recognizes faculty members who have made significant contributions to their scholarly or creative area of expertise. With the receipt of this award Professor Davidson joins the list of several PSIA faculty – Professors Farnsworth, Larus, and Lester – who have received this honor in the past. … [Read more...]
Virginia Conservation Fellowship 22-23
February 10, 2022 by Leave a Comment
The Virginia Conservation Fellowship (VCF) is a prestigious, selective, yearlong work/study program for UMW juniors/seniors of color and other groups underrepresented in Virginia environmentalism. With the slogan “More than an internship,” VCF is designed to be a pipeline program that kick-starts motivated UMW students’ careers. … [Read more...]
Welcome Professor McDonald!
February 9, 2022 by Leave a Comment
We are delighted to announce that Jared McDonald, Ph.D., Maryland, will be joining the Department of Political Science and International Affairs as an Assistant Professor of Political Science starting in the Fall 2022 semester. Professor McDonald will be teaching PSCI 201, American Government, as well as other courses in American political behavior. Welcome aboard, Professor McDonald! Learn more about Professor McDonald on his website. … [Read more...]
The UMW IRO Attended UNC Model UN Conference – Nov 2021
February 8, 2022 by Leave a Comment
In November 2021, UMW’s International Relations Organization took a team of 16 student delegates on a trip to the University of North Carolina Model United Nations Conference. Read more about their experiences below! … [Read more...]
DAI Global Job Opportunity
February 5, 2022 by Leave a Comment
DAI Global, one of the largest USAID development contractors, is hiring an entry level Business Development Assistant. Check out the application link to learn more and apply. … [Read more...]
PSIA Faculty News on EagleEye
February 1, 2022 by Leave a Comment
A reminder that UMW's EagleEye news has additional information about what faculty are up to including media mentions, awards, and research. Check out the PSIA Department tag on EagleEye (and professional notes) to see more news related to our department! … [Read more...]