The Institute of Politics at Florida State University (IOP@FSU) is a world-class, nonpartisan, and nationally renowned institute that promotes engagement in politics by students and citizens. Housed within the College of Social Sciences and Public Policy, the IOP@FSU supports applied political research by a cadre of world-class scholars and mobilizes the talents of our alumni, students, faculty,…
Graduate Student Spotlight: Katelyn Hess from the Department of Political Science
What department are you a graduate student in? I am a sixth-year Ph.D. Candidate in the Department of Political Science. Why did you decide to go to graduate school? I wanted to go to graduate school to increase my professional options and career prospects. It has given me the necessary skills to prepare me both…
Masters Thesis Spotlight: How To Ask
In 2015, nonprofit organizations in the U.S. made up 5.4% of the country’s GDP—and that number continues to rise. Private donations obtained through fundraising total billions of dollars annually. This money provides vital programs and services to those in need in communities across the country. Professional fundraisers and consultants work tirelessly to recruit quality and…
Research Spotlight: Protecting Mom-and-Pop Stores
We often come across stories of locally-cherished mom-and-pop stores competing with chain stores and online retailers and eventually going out of business. Advocates of mom-and-pop stores tout these businesses as local institutions that sustain community life while adding a unique charm to the local business districts. However, when it comes to protecting mom-and-pop stores, experts…
Meet a Social Scientist: Dr. Michael Duncan from the Department of Urban and Regional Planning
What is your name?Dr. Michael Duncan. What kind of work do you do in the College?I am an Associate Professor in the Department of Urban and Regional Planning at Florida State University. I teach, do research and engage in service in the department, profession and community. Why did you decide to become an academic? After…
Honors Thesis Spotlight: Examining Attitudes Toward Economic Mobility Among Young Voters
The American dream—an ideological framework wherein anyone can achieve their goals through hard work and determination—is the backbone of American society and economics. As a heterogeneous nation composed of diverse backgrounds, people need a common denominator; the American Dream serves this purpose, but how sustainable is this idea in the face of reduced mobility? Economic…
Talking to Teachers: Interview with Award Winning Teacher Dr. Portia Campos
Dr. Deana Rohlinger, the Associate Dean of faculty development and Community Engagement, interviews Dr. Portia Campos, the winner of a 2021 College of Social Sciences and Public Policy Teaching Award. You can watch the full interview here:
Graduate Student Spotlight: Kenneth Mackie from the Department of Political Science
What is your name? Kenneth Mackie. What department are you a graduate student in? I am a sixth-year political science PhD candidate in the Department of Political Science at Florida State University. Why did you decide to become an academic? I decided to become an academic because I wanted to learn how to approach, understand,…
Masters Thesis Spotlight: Disaster Donations Management: Solutions for Effective Collaboration with Community Non-Profit Partners
Food and clothing—while often donated with good intentions—may hinder the management of a disaster event. This phenomenon is a “second disaster”: an increase in donations to emergency management departments and nonprofit organizations that lack the depth of resources to manage, sort, and distribute the donations. This inefficiency leads to negative press and accusations that donations…
Talking to Teachers: Interview with Award Winning Teacher Dr. Radha Modi
Dr. Deana Rohlinger, the Associate Dean of faculty development and Community Engagement, interviews Dr. Rahda Modi, the winner of a 2021 College of Social Sciences and Public Policy Teaching Award. You can watch the full interview here:
