The Ohio State University Department of Political Science
2026 Annual Newsletter
2026 Annual Newsletter
In this issue
Janet Box-Steffensmeier - Pierre Agostini Prize Awardee
Distinguished University Professor Janet Box-Steffensmeier has been named the 2026 recipient of The Ohio State University's Pierre Agostini Prize, the institution's most prestigious award for…
PoliSci Bake-Off Competition
The Department of Political Science came together on May 6th for our second bake-off event. The competition featured 12 contestants from across the department—including staff, faculty, and graduate…
Mock Trial at Ohio State Celebrates Another Year of Success
The Ohio State University Mock Trial program is entering the new season with momentum after a year filled with national achievements, individual honors, and record-setting.This spring, Ohio State…
Spring 2026 PhD Graduate Reception
On May 10th, the Department of Political Science hosted its first PhD Graduate Breakfast, celebrating four of the department’s six Spring 2026 doctoral graduates. Faculty, staff, students, and family…
Department Honors Outstanding Undergraduates, Faculty, and Alumni at Annual Graduation Reception
The Department of Political Science celebrated the achievements of its graduating seniors during the annual Undergraduate Graduation Reception on May 9, recognizing exceptional academic performance,…
Laurie Georges and Cameron Macaskill Win Graduate Teaching Awards
Two Political Science graduate students, Laurie Georges and Cameron Macaskill, have been announced as recipients of the 2025-2026 Graduate Associate Teaching Awards (GATA)! This award is Ohio State's…
Gregory Caldeira included in Top 95 Law Professors ranking
Gregory A. Caldeira, Distinguished University Professor and Dreher Chair in Political Communication and Policy Thinking in the Department of Political Science…
Dr. Neblo Testifies Before Congress: Americans Want a Real Conversation, Not Just More Communication
A professor in the Department of Political Science and the Director of the Institute for Democratic Engagement and Accountability, Michael Neblo recently testified before the U.S. Congress…
Chrisopher Gelpi's Op-Ed in the Columbus Dispatch
Professor Christopher F. Gelpi's opinion piece titled "Operation Epic Fail: We aren't done paying for Trump- created Iran crisis" was featured in the Columbus Dispatch last week. Read more at…
Sara Watson Announced to Serve as New University Senate Secretary
In early July, President Bellamkonda announced that Sara Watson has agreed to serve the University Senate as its new secretary. Watson is a longtime senator and faculty member in the Department of…