Two Political Science graduate students, Dominic Pfister and Jared Rabinowitz, have been announced as recipients of the 2024-2025 Graduate Associate Teaching Awards (GATA)! This award is Ohio State's highest recognition of the exceptional teaching provided by graduate students teaching at the graduate level. Dominic's and Jared's dedication to teaching has been exemplified through their nomination, and they were selected based on their ability to facilitate student learning and to reflect, evaluate, and improve their own teaching. 

Dominic Pfister (pictured on the left) is a PhD candidate in International Relations and Political Theory. His research focuses on international order, global health governance, international history, and practice theory. Dominic teaches POLITSC 3460: Global Justice. 

Jared Rabinowitz (pictured on the right) is a PhD candidate in Political Science specializing in International Relations. His research explores on territorial practices shape global environmental governance. Jared teaches POLITSC 4455: Human Rights. 

Congratulations, Jared and Dominic, and thank you for the work you do!