Teaching: The News Media

Teaching: The News Media

In my intro American politics class (“American Government and Politics,” or “AGP”), I begin the class with a basic introduction to US political ideas and institutions, including the three branches of government.  But then, by week 3, we get right into the thick of...
Make It Local: Political Science Solutions to Climate Change

Make It Local: Political Science Solutions to Climate Change

South Park’s Season 13 / Episode 14 is the perfect example of how small individual decisions can result in giant collective disasters. Of course, since it’s South Park, it’s a gross example, so prepare yourself! In this episode of South Park, the boys go to a water...
Formative Feedback for Teachers

Formative Feedback for Teachers

Zoom presentations online are definitely not anyone’s favorite way of presenting to an audience! But one positive thing about an online presentation format is that anyone, anywhere in the world, can participate, without having to board a plane or pay for a hotel stay....
Teaching American Politics

Teaching American Politics

When I was studying comparative politics of the Middle East for my PhD at Georgetown University, one of my professors suggested minoring in American politics because, he said, “Universities always need someone who can teach the intro American politics class.” I cannot...
Qatar and the World Values Survey

Qatar and the World Values Survey

Collaboration and teamwork are my favorite aspects of academia! I firmly believe that knowledge is strengthened by diversity. My research, while grounded in political science, has been greatly enhanced by the interdisciplinary teams of researchers and undergraduate...