Congratulations to our alumni for their commitment to Public Affairs; winning races in Missouri's August primary. "Politics is still the noblest career that any man [or woman] can choose" - Frederick Scott Oliver, 1931. Curtis Trent and Crystal Quade David Carr and Daniel Bogle Lincoln Hough Curtis Trent, PLS alum in … [Read more...] about Five Alumni Win August Primary Races
BIG thank you to Tony and Lyn Foster for hosting College of Humanities and Public Affairs faculty, alumni, and friends at the Springfield Cardinals game. Despite the loss to the Arkansas Travelers, it was nice to see Robert and Jaimie Trussell from the Convoy of Hope, and introduce the new CHPA representative from the Career Center, Mike Wood. … [Read more...] about CHPA at Springfield Cardinals Game
Goldie Blumenstyk asserts that "Liberal-Arts Majors Have Plenty of Job Prospects, if They Have Some Specific Skills, Too" in a recent article in theChronicle of Higher Education - Liberal Arts Majors. In a similar vein, Yoni Appelbaum advocates the value the liberal arts for a business career in The Atlantic - Liberal Arts Education. … [Read more...] about In the Market for Liberal Arts Majors and Minors
Professor of Political Science and Global Studies Program Director, Dr. Dennis Hickey, recently interviewed Ms. Hung Hsiu-chu, Chairperson of Kuomintang (KMT). The interview focused largely on the KMT's loss in this year's election and her observations will be incorporated into Dr. Hickey's current research project. Although well prepared for BearWear Fridays, the … [Read more...] about Dr. Dennis Hickey Meets with Leader of Kuomintang
"Empowerment: The Electrification of the Ozarks" is the latest documentary produced by Ozarks Public Television and co-sponsored by the Political Science department. Tune in to OPT on July 14th at 8:00 PM for the broadcast premiere. To read more about this upcoming program and to watch the trailer, see Empowerment. … [Read more...] about Empowerment – Coming Soon to a Public Television Station Near You!