IPSA News

ECPR-IPSA Survey: Take Part in Redefining Political Science 

As the 70th anniversary of the International Political Science (IPSA) and the 50th anniversary of the European Consortium for Political Research (ECPR) approach, we are seeking to develop a new profile of political science across the world.

In recent years, many concerns have been raised about developments in the profession, from growing job insecurity, lack of diversity, and excessive administrative burdens to outright threats to academic freedoms. At the same time, it can also be argued that political science has also been flourishing, with immense public interest in our work, stronger methodological skills, more cosmopolitan networks, and high student demand.

Accordingly, to gather systematic evidence, and to learn about your views and experiences in your country, we are inviting you to participate in the ECPR-IPSA World of Political Science survey. Complete this 20-minute survey and help us better understand our profession and the challenges we face: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/ecpr50

All responses are anonymous, and no identifiable personal data is collected in this survey. Data will be treated in the strictest confidence, under the terms of the UK Data Protection Act and in accordance with the ECPR’s Privacy Policies. It will be used solely for the purposes of the ECPR and IPSA.

Queries should be sent to the Survey Administrator, ECPR’s Communications Manager Rebecca Gethen rgethen@ecpr.eu

Call for Application: IPSA Executive Director

IPSA invites applications for the position of Executive Director. 

Preferred qualifications include a Ph.D. in political science or related fields; substantial experience in non-profit management or academic administration; demonstrated capacity to think creatively and strategically and meet the challenges of a changing environment; outstanding leadership, management, and advocacy skills; experience constructively working with and demonstrating sensitivity to constituents of diverse interests; a proven track record of resource and program development, and an interest in the use of new media for public outreach and provision of information and services; a deep appreciation of IPSA’s global mission, commitment to excellence, and diversity in research and teaching in all fields of political science; and fluency in English and French.

How to apply:
Applicants should submit a letter of interest and a detailed curriculum vitae in one document in a Word or PDF file in the format "Last name, First name” to Adrienne Jung at adrienne.jung@ipsa.org by March 31st, 2019 with “Executive Director” in the subject line. IPSA is committed to workplace diversity and welcomes applications from anyone with the qualifications indicated above. Inquiries can be made to Adrienne Jung via email. Only successful candidates will be contacted for an interview.

For more information, visit  
https://www.ipsa.org/news/news/call-filling-position-ipsa-executive-director

Become a Member of IPSA or Renew your Membership for 2019

IPSA is in the process of renewing its memberships for the year 2019.

We invite you to explore the advantages and services an IPSA membership offers and to consider becoming a member or renewing your membership for 2019 as of today. Your contribution is crucial to furthering our mission to promote the advancement of political science throughout the world.

Membership fees

Individual Membership:
https://www.ipsa.org/page/individual-membership

Institutional Membership:
https://www.ipsa.org/membership/institutional

IPSA Conference Proceedings Library Now Available to Members

IPSA's Conference Proceedings Library is now available to IPSA members online.

The Conference Proceedings Library contains the papers presented at IPSA events since 2006. IPSA members can now access materials from ten previous IPSA events, including 12,032 paper abstracts, and 7,678 full papers. This massive archive is an important academic resource for researchers and scholars in political science and other related fields.

To enjoy this easy-to-use service, log into your IPSA profile at  www.ipsa.org. The Conference Proceedings Library is under the “Resources” section and in the member's profile under My IPSA/My Membership.

You may search for any paper by event, session, panel, paper title, or author/co-author. You may also narrow your search to one or multiple fields or search only for abstracts with full papers.

If you are not a member of IPSA and want to access the Conference Proceedings Library, become a member today. For more information on the individual membership and its numerous benefits please click here.

IPSA Now on LinkedIn

IPSA is now on LinkedIn, one of the largest online professional networking sites.

As part of IPSA’s ongoing efforts to become more connected with our members and the global political science community on different social networks, we will be continuously updating our LinkedIn page with political science job opportunities, events, calls for papers, and relevant news.

Follow our page at   https://www.linkedin.com/company/international-political-science-association-ipsa-

IPSA Summer Schools

São Paulo 10th Annual IPSA-USP Summer School in Concepts, Methods, and Techniques in Political Science and International Relations

The 10th Annual IPSA-USP Summer School in Concepts, Methods, and Techniques in Political Science and International Relations was held at the University of São Paulo, Brazil from January 14 to February 1, 2019. 173 participants from 23 countries attended the Summer School, with women accounting for 50.8% of enrollment. 328 student-modules were completed in 23 one-week courses. 

To celebrate the school’s 10th Anniversary several events were organized, including the keynote address by Harvard University Professor Gary King on “How the News Media Activate Public Expression and Influence National Agendas,” and a special 10th Anniversary Roundtable titled “What Will Political Science Look Like in Ten Years’ Time?”. 

For more information, visit www.ipsa.org/news/news/10th-annual-ipsa-usp-summer-school-held-sao-paulo

8^th Annual IPSA-NUS Summer School for Social Science Research Methods (Singapore)

The 8th Annual IPSA-NUS Summer School for Social Science Research Methods will take place at the National University of Singapore on July 1-12, 2019.

The Methods School offers a wide variety of basic to advanced courses in quantitative, qualitative, and formal research methods. All courses focus on both the theory and practice of social science research. Participants receive excellent hands-on training in state-of-the-art methods and techniques from our highly experienced international faculty.

Register by March 31, 2019 for "Early Bird" discounts!

For more information on Methods School courses and instructors, financial aid, registration discounts, and more, visit the website or contact methods-school@nus.edu.sg.

2019 IPSA-ABU Summer School for Social Science Research Methods (Antalya, Turkey)

IPSA and the Political Science and International Relations Department at Antalya Bilim University (ABU) are jointly organizing the IPSA – ABU Summer School for Social Science Research Methods in Antalya (Turkey), taking place from September 2-13 2019.

The School offers advanced training for graduate students and scholars aiming to strengthen their methodological skills. It gathers participants from all around the world with a particular focus on Africa, Europe, and Eurasia, as well as Turkey.

IPSA – ABU Summer School is a significant opportunity for expanding methodological knowledge, discussing research, and building future collaborations in the wonderful city of Antalya.

The summer-school program offers 8 courses, with a balance between qualitative and quantitative approaches

For more information visit https://www.ipsa.org/page/ipsa-summer-school-antalyaor e-mail ipsa-abu@antalya.edu.tr

What’s New on the IPSAPortal?

News from the IPSAPortal:

1. The 2018 Pilot Study conducted by American National Election Studies is now available for download at the Data Center on the ANES website. The study sought to test new questions submitted by the ANES user community and conduct methodological research to inform the design of the ANES 2020 Time Series study. It also provided public opinion data following the 2018 US midterm elections. The data set includes responses to questions about voting, values, attitudes, electoral integrity, democratic norms, harassment and discrimination, as well as policy issues like immigration, health care, taxes, tariffs and trade, opioid drugs, and gun control. (Research Institutes on the IPSAPortal)

2. The World Value Survey team has announced that the first group of countries from the joint European Values Study and the World Values Survey data collection effort in Europe is available now online in public access. The results include national data for Armenia, Bulgaria, Germany, Georgia, Iceland, Croatia, Netherlands, Austria, Poland, Russia, Switzerland, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Czech Republic, and Belarus. The data is available for research and analysis via the GESIS data archive. The survey included more than 22,000 respondents who were selected through random sampling procedures and interviewed face-to-face. The data are widespread in beta version. (Research Instituteson the IPSAPortal)

3. Funded by an endowment from the Annenberg Foundation to support the Leonore Annenberg Institute for Civics, FlackCheck.org is the political literacy companion site to the award-winning FactCheck.org. The website provides resources to help students recognize flaws in argumentation, with special attention to political ads. The site’s three main focuses are Politics, Science, and Health. The Politics section, for example, includes the Incivility Catalogue, with useful sub-sections on Demeaning or Dismissive Language, Extreme Attack on Opposing Position, Extreme Characterization of a Person or Group, Extreme Characterization of an Agency or Institution, Impugning Motives or Integrity, Inappropriate Comparison, and Language of Violence. (Thematic Networks on the IPSAPortal)

Books by Members

Cultural Backlash: Trump, Brexit, and Authoritarian Populism

By
Pippa Norris
Ronald Inglehart

More information ...

The Challenge of Defending Britain

By
Michael Clarke

More information ...

Handbook of Biology and Politics

Edited by
Steven A. Peterson
Albert Somit

More information ...

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IPSA News

ECPR-IPSA Survey: Take Part in Redefining Political Science 

As the 70th anniversary of the International Political Science (IPSA) and the 50th anniversary of the European Consortium for Political Research (ECPR) approach, we are seeking to develop a new profile of political science across the world.

In recent years, many concerns have been raised about developments in the profession, from growing job insecurity, lack of diversity, and excessive administrative burdens to outright threats to academic freedoms. At the same time, it can also be argued that political science has also been flourishing, with immense public interest in our work, stronger methodological skills, more cosmopolitan networks, and high student demand.

Accordingly, to gather systematic evidence, and to learn about your views and experiences in your country, we are inviting you to participate in the ECPR-IPSA World of Political Science survey. Complete this 20-minute survey and help us better understand our profession and the challenges we face: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/ecpr50

All responses are anonymous, and no identifiable personal data is collected in this survey. Data will be treated in the strictest confidence, under the terms of the UK Data Protection Act and in accordance with the ECPR’s Privacy Policies. It will be used solely for the purposes of the ECPR and IPSA.

Queries should be sent to the Survey Administrator, ECPR’s Communications Manager Rebecca Gethen rgethen@ecpr.eu

Call for Application: IPSA Executive Director

IPSA invites applications for the position of Executive Director. 

Preferred qualifications include a Ph.D. in political science or related fields; substantial experience in non-profit management or academic administration; demonstrated capacity to think creatively and strategically and meet the challenges of a changing environment; outstanding leadership, management, and advocacy skills; experience constructively working with and demonstrating sensitivity to constituents of diverse interests; a proven track record of resource and program development, and an interest in the use of new media for public outreach and provision of information and services; a deep appreciation of IPSA’s global mission, commitment to excellence, and diversity in research and teaching in all fields of political science; and fluency in English and French.

How to apply:
Applicants should submit a letter of interest and a detailed curriculum vitae in one document in a Word or PDF file in the format "Last name, First name” to Adrienne Jung at adrienne.jung@ipsa.org by March 31st, 2019 with “Executive Director” in the subject line. IPSA is committed to workplace diversity and welcomes applications from anyone with the qualifications indicated above. Inquiries can be made to Adrienne Jung via email. Only successful candidates will be contacted for an interview.

For more information, visit  
https://www.ipsa.org/news/news/call-filling-position-ipsa-executive-director

Become a Member of IPSA or Renew your Membership for 2019

IPSA is in the process of renewing its memberships for the year 2019.

We invite you to explore the advantages and services an IPSA membership offers and to consider becoming a member or renewing your membership for 2019 as of today. Your contribution is crucial to furthering our mission to promote the advancement of political science throughout the world.

Membership fees

Individual Membership:
https://www.ipsa.org/page/individual-membership

Institutional Membership:
https://www.ipsa.org/membership/institutional

IPSA Conference Proceedings Library Now Available to Members

IPSA's Conference Proceedings Library is now available to IPSA members online.

The Conference Proceedings Library contains the papers presented at IPSA events since 2006. IPSA members can now access materials from ten previous IPSA events, including 12,032 paper abstracts, and 7,678 full papers. This massive archive is an important academic resource for researchers and scholars in political science and other related fields.

To enjoy this easy-to-use service, log into your IPSA profile at  www.ipsa.org. The Conference Proceedings Library is under the “Resources” section and in the member's profile under My IPSA/My Membership.

You may search for any paper by event, session, panel, paper title, or author/co-author. You may also narrow your search to one or multiple fields or search only for abstracts with full papers.

If you are not a member of IPSA and want to access the Conference Proceedings Library, become a member today. For more information on the individual membership and its numerous benefits please click here.

IPSA Now on LinkedIn

IPSA is now on LinkedIn, one of the largest online professional networking sites.

As part of IPSA’s ongoing efforts to become more connected with our members and the global political science community on different social networks, we will be continuously updating our LinkedIn page with political science job opportunities, events, calls for papers, and relevant news.

Follow our page at   https://www.linkedin.com/company/international-political-science-association-ipsa-

IPSA Summer Schools

São Paulo 10th Annual IPSA-USP Summer School in Concepts, Methods, and Techniques in Political Science and International Relations

The 10th Annual IPSA-USP Summer School in Concepts, Methods, and Techniques in Political Science and International Relations was held at the University of São Paulo, Brazil from January 14 to February 1, 2019. 173 participants from 23 countries attended the Summer School, with women accounting for 50.8% of enrollment. 328 student-modules were completed in 23 one-week courses. 

To celebrate the school’s 10th Anniversary several events were organized, including the keynote address by Harvard University Professor Gary King on “How the News Media Activate Public Expression and Influence National Agendas,” and a special 10th Anniversary Roundtable titled “What Will Political Science Look Like in Ten Years’ Time?”. 

For more information, visit www.ipsa.org/news/news/10th-annual-ipsa-usp-summer-school-held-sao-paulo

8^th Annual IPSA-NUS Summer School for Social Science Research Methods (Singapore)

The 8th Annual IPSA-NUS Summer School for Social Science Research Methods will take place at the National University of Singapore on July 1-12, 2019.

The Methods School offers a wide variety of basic to advanced courses in quantitative, qualitative, and formal research methods. All courses focus on both the theory and practice of social science research. Participants receive excellent hands-on training in state-of-the-art methods and techniques from our highly experienced international faculty.

Register by March 31, 2019 for "Early Bird" discounts!

For more information on Methods School courses and instructors, financial aid, registration discounts, and more, visit the website or contact methods-school@nus.edu.sg.

2019 IPSA-ABU Summer School for Social Science Research Methods (Antalya, Turkey)

IPSA and the Political Science and International Relations Department at Antalya Bilim University (ABU) are jointly organizing the IPSA – ABU Summer School for Social Science Research Methods in Antalya (Turkey), taking place from September 2-13 2019.

The School offers advanced training for graduate students and scholars aiming to strengthen their methodological skills. It gathers participants from all around the world with a particular focus on Africa, Europe, and Eurasia, as well as Turkey.

IPSA – ABU Summer School is a significant opportunity for expanding methodological knowledge, discussing research, and building future collaborations in the wonderful city of Antalya.

The summer-school program offers 8 courses, with a balance between qualitative and quantitative approaches

For more information visit https://www.ipsa.org/page/ipsa-summer-school-antalyaor e-mail ipsa-abu@antalya.edu.tr

What’s New on the IPSAPortal?

News from the IPSAPortal:

1. The 2018 Pilot Study conducted by American National Election Studies is now available for download at the Data Center on the ANES website. The study sought to test new questions submitted by the ANES user community and conduct methodological research to inform the design of the ANES 2020 Time Series study. It also provided public opinion data following the 2018 US midterm elections. The data set includes responses to questions about voting, values, attitudes, electoral integrity, democratic norms, harassment and discrimination, as well as policy issues like immigration, health care, taxes, tariffs and trade, opioid drugs, and gun control. (Research Institutes on the IPSAPortal)

2. The World Value Survey team has announced that the first group of countries from the joint European Values Study and the World Values Survey data collection effort in Europe is available now online in public access. The results include national data for Armenia, Bulgaria, Germany, Georgia, Iceland, Croatia, Netherlands, Austria, Poland, Russia, Switzerland, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Czech Republic, and Belarus. The data is available for research and analysis via the GESIS data archive. The survey included more than 22,000 respondents who were selected through random sampling procedures and interviewed face-to-face. The data are widespread in beta version. (Research Instituteson the IPSAPortal)

3. Funded by an endowment from the Annenberg Foundation to support the Leonore Annenberg Institute for Civics, FlackCheck.org is the political literacy companion site to the award-winning FactCheck.org. The website provides resources to help students recognize flaws in argumentation, with special attention to political ads. The site’s three main focuses are Politics, Science, and Health. The Politics section, for example, includes the Incivility Catalogue, with useful sub-sections on Demeaning or Dismissive Language, Extreme Attack on Opposing Position, Extreme Characterization of a Person or Group, Extreme Characterization of an Agency or Institution, Impugning Motives or Integrity, Inappropriate Comparison, and Language of Violence. (Thematic Networks on the IPSAPortal)

Books by Members

Cultural Backlash: Trump, Brexit, and Authoritarian Populism

By
Pippa Norris
Ronald Inglehart

More information ...

The Challenge of Defending Britain

By
Michael Clarke

More information ...

Handbook of Biology and Politics

Edited by
Steven A. Peterson
Albert Somit

More information ...

Privacy

You are receiving this newsletter because your are a member of IPSA or because you subscribed to the Newsletter. IPSA members list is stored on the IPSA server. We do not share it with any other party, unless required to by law. IPSA members list is kept strictly confidential.

To unsubscribe, send an email to newsletter@ipsa.org, with "unsubscribe" in the subject line.

International Political Science Association
General Information:
Phone: +1 514 848 8717 - Fax: +1 514 848 4095 - Email: info@ipsa.org
1590, av. Docteur-Penfield, bureau 331
Montréal (QC) H3G 1C5
CANADA

To place an ad in the IPSA Newsletter, members have to log in on their website profile.
Otherwise, contact: webmaster@ipsa.org