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Ian G. Anson, Who are the Hogan Democrats? UMBC Knows

In the weeks following Maryland’s 2018 gubernatorial election, many commentators have sought to explain voters’ support for Republican Governor Larry Hogan in a blue state. His convincing...

Posted: January 9, 2019, 3:40 PM

Brian Grodsky, discusses the growing protest in Bosnia

The protest movement that has recently thrust Bosnia in the international spotlight is yet another warning sign that stability in the Balkans remains illusory. The dangerous mix of nationalism...

Posted: January 9, 2019, 3:33 PM

Roy Meyers, Political Science, History of Federal Shutdown

'Shutdowns Are ‘All Games of Chicken.’

With large sections of the federal government shut down, thousands of public employees are bracing to work without pay until Congress and President Trump agree how to spend taxpayers’ money and...

Posted: January 9, 2019, 3:26 PM

Chris Curran, Public Policy

Discusses the Federal Commission on School Safety

The Federal Commission on School Safety, which was formed in the wake of several high-profile mass school shootings earlier this year, released its final report earlier this month. The report...

Posted: January 9, 2019, 3:22 PM

GSA updates & design competition with chance to win $100!

For regular updates, please join GSA group!

Hello everyone, I hope you all have enjoyed the holiday break. I have a few announcements so thank you in advance for your attention:  1. Graduate Orientation: GSA is looking for volunteers to...

Posted: January 8, 2019, 10:40 AM

December 2018 Public Policy Newsletter

Check out the latest news from Public Policy!

The School of Public Policy December 2018 newsletter is live!  Check out the latest news from Public Policy students, faculty, and alumni.

Posted: December 19, 2018, 9:40 AM

Comms. Internship with a State Senator

Sen-Elect Clarence Lam seeks a Communications & New Media

About The Internship Senator-Elect Clarence Lam seeks a Communications and New Media Intern to assist his office with its legislative, constituent outreach, and community advocacy activities....

Posted: December 18, 2018, 2:44 PM

THIS WINTER: POLI 475- Russian Politics

Russia has begun actively interfering in US democracy, but what do you  know about the country? As the Mueller investigation appears to be  coming to a close, time to learn more! POLI 475 -...

Posted: December 18, 2018, 11:05 AM

ARCHAEOLOGY IN JORDAN, SUMMER 2019

Come excavate with Dr. Melissa Bailey Kutner at Dhiban, one of the most important archaeological sites in Jordan. Dhiban was occupied from the Iron Age through the late Roman and early Islamic...

Posted: December 12, 2018, 11:29 AM