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Maxwell announces new faculty members, program chair

The academic year begins at the Maxwell School with the arrival of several new faculty members. In addition, Renée de Nevers, associate professor of public administration and international affairs (PAIA), is the new chair of the Social Science Doctoral Program.
September 10, 2018

D'Amico elected to National Model UN Board of Directors

NMUN, which elected Francine D'Amico, teaching professor of international relations to the board of directors, is a nonprofit organization that advances understanding of the United Nations and contemporary international issues by providing quality education experiences that emphasize collaboration and cooperative resolution of conflict. 

September 7, 2018

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Pralle research cited in Acadiana Advocate article on flood insurance

Sarah Pralle, associate professor of political science, found that the unpleasant surprise of the new insurance costs often causes political pressure that can ultimately lead to map revisions that underestimate flood exposure.

September 6, 2018

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