Reporters across the country regularly reach out to Rooney Center faculty, highlighting their research and seeking their expertise on stories about all aspects of American politics. In the 2019–20 academic year, our faculty were quoted by the Washington Post, Associated Press, New York Times, Newsweek, and more.

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A new book by a Notre Dame political science professor has sparked a fire in the public sphere, garnering significant discussion in major media outlets over his arguments about liberalism and modern society. In Why Liberalism Failed, Patrick Deneen — the David A. Potenziani Memorial Associate Professor of Constitutional Studies — argues that liberalism is built on a foundation of contradictions. 

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Tomorrow belongs to the bold. Notre Dame is proud to celebrate women — like Political Science Professor Dianne Pinderhughes — whose scholarship and leadership are empowering change in the global community. Read more at womenlead2017.nd.edu.  …

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Dianne Pinderhughes has been honored by the National Conference of Black Political Scientists with the creation of the Dianne M. Pinderhughes Mentorship Legacy Award. The award provides funding for undergraduate students to attend the NCOBPS annual meeting. Created by her former students, it honors Pinderhughes’ positive influence on their careers and her longstanding commitment to mentoring.

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