Recent News and Events

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Obama-Chesky Voyager Scholarship for Public Service
8/13/26
Aisha Makama, majoring in political science and biochemistry, received the Obama-Chesky Voyager Scholarship for Public Service.
SUNY Chancellor's Award for Student Excellence Recipient
8/14/26
Jess Williams, who just graduated with a bachelor’s degree in law and political science, received a SUNY Chancellor's Award for Student Excellence.
Department of Education Research Grant
8/13/26
Jacob Neiheisel, associate professor, is working with faculty from the Philosophy, Politics, and Economics program on a $4 million grant from the Department of Education.
Welch writes a history of political science at UB
5/28/26
Claude Welch, who was a faculty member in the department for most of its 46-year existence, offers his unique perspective in a new, self-published book.
Rising senior named Phi Beta Kappa 2026 Key into Public Service Scholar
5/8/26
Aisha Makama is just one of 20 students nationwide selected for the award by the nation's most prestigious academic honor society.

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