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Watch: Research Professor Samar Ali presents conversation from TED Democracy “How to bridge political divides — from two friends on opposing sides”
Mar. 5, 2024—On November 15, 2023, Research Professor of Political Science and Law Samar Ali was joined by public affairs strategist Clint Brewer to give a talk at the TED Theatre in New York City presented by the TED Democracy Initiative. In this this talk, Professor Ali and Mr. Brewer come together in conversation to discuss how...
Research Professor Samar Ali to present talk at TED Democracy event, Nov. 15
Nov. 15, 2023—On November 15, 2023, Research Professor of Political Science and Law Samar Ali will be giving a talk at the TED Theatre in New York City presented by the TED Democracy Initiative. This talk will be part of an event bringing together democracy experts who are working to advance specific solutions for reform and showing...
Research Assistant Professor Eli Merritt to discuss his new book, Disunion Among Ourselves: The Perilous Politics of the American Revolution, Sept. 9
Sep. 1, 2023—On Saturday, September 9, Research Assistant Professor of Political Science Eli Merritt will discuss his new book, Disunion Among Ourselves: The Perilous Politics of the American Revolution, at the Vanderbilt Bookstore. This discussion will be held from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., with a book signing to follow. This event is Co-sponsored by the Jean...
Undergrad Maya Reddy ’24 wins the Department of Defense Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation (SMART) scholarship
Apr. 25, 2023—Undergraduate student, Maya Reddy ’24, has won the Department of Defense Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation (SMART) scholarship. This accomplishment awards her full tuition, a stipend, and a position with the Department of Defense in Charlottesville, Virginia after graduation, including the opportunity to work directly with an experienced mentor. Reddy is a triple major...