Audrey L’Espérance's article explores the Assisted Human Reproduction Act
March 1, 2013
Audrey L’Espérance, post doctoral fellow with the Department of Political Science, co-authored an editorial opinion piece published in the Toronto Star today. The article comments on the strict enforcement of Assisted Human Reproduction Act and the need to reopen the debate. Click here to read the full article.
Undergraduate student Laura Correa Ochoa named a University of Toronto Alumni Association Scholar
February 26, 2013
The Department of Political Science would like to congratulate Laura Correa Ochoa, a Political Science major, who was recently named a University of Toronto Alumni Association Scholar as part of the 2013 Awards of Excellence. For the full list of recipients click here.
Symposium will honour Professor David Rayside – Friday, March 1, 2013
February 25, 2013
The Mark S. Bonham Centre for Sexual Diversity will be hosting “Contemporary Currents in Sexual Diversity Politics: A Symposium in Honour of David Rayside” on Friday, March 1, 2013. Throughout his career as both a professor and administrator, David has published influential monographs and papers and has devoted himself to high quality teaching, community involvement […]
Clifton van der Linden receives a 2013 Clarkson Laureate in Public Service
February 19, 2013
Massey College has named Clifton van der Linden and Dr. David Malone as 2013 Clarkson Laureates in Public Service. Mr. van der Linden is a PhD student with the Department of Political Science and has been a non-resident Junior Fellow for nearly five years during which time he has rendered valuable service to the Massey […]
Professor Clifford Orwin on Egypt two years after the revolution
February 14, 2013
In a recent article by the Canadian Journalist for Free Expression, Professor Orwin comments on the present and future of Egypt two years after the revolution. Click here to read the full article.
Professor Nelson Wiseman on Kathleen Wynne's plans for cabinet
February 11, 2013
In a recent National Post article, Political Science Professor Nelson Wiseman comments on Premier-designate Kathleen Wynne’s possible cabinet appointments. Click here to read the full article.
Is Canada's party discipline the strictest in the world?
February 7, 2013
Professor Richard Simeon, quoted in a Globe and Mail article, states “we are worse than the Australians, and much worse than the British, in terms of giving MPs the ability to act and to somehow make a difference,” said Dr. Simeon. The article compares Canada’s party discipline to other countries such as New Zealand and […]
Meet alumnus Graeme Ferguson, a creator of IMAX
February 5, 2013
In a recent interview with Jessica Lewis, Political Science alumnus and co-inventor of IMAX Graeme Ferguson reflects on his time as a University of Toronto student and shares some wise advice for today’s students and budding entrepreneurs. Click here to read the full article.
Professor Sylvia Bashevkin on recent breakthroughs for women in politics
February 5, 2013
In a recent article featured on VitaminW, a women-owned media platform delivering news for professional women, Professor Sylvia Bashevkin writes about the female political leadership in Canada and Israel. Read the full article here.
Professor Ronald Deibert to receive Ontario's highest honour
January 31, 2013
Ronald Deibert, Professor of Political Science and Director of the Citizen Lab at the Munk School of Global Affairs, is among 25 distinguished appointees to receive the Order of Ontario. Professor Deibert will be honoured for his research in Internet censorship and surveillance. The Honourable David C. Onley, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, will induct the […]