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Recent News
George Tsebelis has been named the 2025 William H. Riker Prize recipient!
The William H. Riker Prize for Political Science is awarded to a social scientist in recognition of a body of research that exemplifies and advances the scientific study of politics in the spirit of William Riker.
Political Science Undergraduate Student named a 2025 Truman Scholar!
A leader in immigration reform and LGBTQ+ rights, LSA student Shuyan Tang has been named a 2025 Truman Scholar — one of the nation’s most prestigious scholarships for students pursuing careers in public service.
Learn the skills, Serve communities, Change the world.
"Within the University of Michigan Department of Political Science, you can build an astonishing and versatile and long-lasting skillset here. One that will scaffold whatever you do next, and whatever you do after that, and after that. One that gives you the tools to transform the world."
- Former Chair, Nancy Burns
