It turns out some words aren't interchangeable. Recent research by Matt Motta shows why.

Ore Koren, a political science PhD candidate, writes on how food insecurity impacts violence against civilians, why troops sometimes target agricultural areas to secure access to food, and why troops favor violence over co-option.

Monica Delgado, a third-year undergraduate Political Science student, has had experiences that have allowed her to see the implications of her coursework in the real world, including in her own community. From interning at the state legislature, to working with the local Cedar Riverside Partnership, to helping conduct research on judicial systems in Latin America, Delgado’s experiences have given her a perspective on politics that extends far beyond the pages of a textbook.

Congratulations to Professor Miller on winning a 2017 Outstanding Advising and Mentoring Award!