On March 16t, 2018, the Taiwan Travel Act (H. R. 535) became law. In recent news article, Travel Act, Dr. Dennis Hickey suggests that the law was unnecessary and provocative. He argues that we already have high level exchanges with Taiwan--but we just don't ballyhoo it in the press--and notes that President Trump can send Vice President Pence to Taiwan whenever he wants. … [Read more...] about The Taiwan Travel Act
As part of Women’s HERstory Month, Dr. Indira Palacios participated in a women in academia panel. … [Read more...] about Academic HERstory
With the official notice coming this morning from Missouri State University Provost, Dr. Frank Einhellig, we are pleased to announce the tenure and promotion of our newest Associate Professor of Political Science, Dr. Ashley Leinweber. A round of applause is in order … [Read more...] about Ashley Leinweber Promoted
Sixteen members of the Missouri State Model United Nations club, along with faculty advisor Dr. Ashley E. Leinweber Assistant Professor of Political Science, attended the Midwest Model United Nations conference in St. Louis February 21-24th, 2018. They proudly represented the People’s Republic of China, portraying what Chinese diplomats would do in … [Read more...] about MSU Model UN Conquers the World
The MSU Chess Club, sponsored by Political Science faculty member, Nick Beatty, provides students and members of the Springfield community an opportunity to learn, play, and expand their analytical skills. For more information, see MSU Chess. … [Read more...] about Critical Thinking With Chess