Pi Sigma Alpha - Theta Phi Chapter
The Purpose of Pi Sigma Alpha is to stimulate scholarship and intelligent interest in political science. The society functions at the national level, sponsoring programs and events of value to the profession and teaching of political science. The goal of the Theta Phi chapter at UNLV is to provide a framework for enriching the exposure of its members and the wider university community to the study of government and issues of public concern. The goals of Pi Sigma Alpha are consistent with the aims of the Association of College Honor Societies.
WELCOME BACK UNLV STUDENTS!!
News
Friday, July 25, 2008
Pi Sigma Alpha (Theta Phi) would like to welcome our new faculty advisor, Professor Tiffiany Howard!!!
Tiffiany Howard, Ph.D - Doctor of Philosophy in Political Science and Public Policy from the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor and expert in International Relations, State Failure, Conflict and Security, and Refugee and Immigration Policy
Although we are grateful to have Professor Howard joining our family here at UNLV, we are thankful for the service and leadership Professor Slapin added to our organization and wish him the best of luck in all his future endeavors!!
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Friday, March 7, 2008
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3:00 PM
Room: WRI C144
The Center for Arms Control and Non Proliferation will be in Las Vegas as part of their nation-wide outreach program, which focuses on educating the public and opinion leaders on national security issues, including effective measures to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons and U.S. foreign and military policy toward Iran and Iraq.
Speakers:
Colonel Richard L. Klass, USAF (Retired)
-Colonel Richard L. Klass has been speaking about the war in Iraq and overall U.S. foreign policy toward the Middle East for the past several years. He is currently the Executive Director for the Veterans’ Alliance for Security and Democracy (VETPAC) after retiring from a 22-year career in the U.S. Air Force.
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Catherine Thomasson, MD
-Catherine Thomasson is a past board president of national Physicians for Social Responsibility (PSR), and current Board President of Oregon PSR. She has been a driving force to reach out into the Oregon community on PSR issues of Global Warming, reducing the nuclear threat, and promoting direct diplomacy with Iran (which she visited in 2007).
The event will be about a 20 minute presentation from each speaker and then a Q&A to follow. I hope everyone can attend!!
Pi Sigma Alpha members showing their support for the ONE Campaign!!
PSA Fundraiser a Success!
Member Jaclynn Congrove entices donations for Pi Sigma Alpha's DOLLAR$ for Scholarship drawing held During UNLV's Family Weekend October, 12th 2007. (picture right)
PSA Celebrates Constitution Day 2007
Executive Board members distributed Special Edition PSA Pocket Constitutions and raised money for PSA events.
Papers Published Opportunity Through PSA
CALL FOR PAPERS!
Governance, UNLV Political Science’s only undergraduate research publication is accepting submissions on any topic within political science. Previously written and submitted term papers are encouraged for submission. Any submission should have a cover page with title; authors name and L number only and be submitted through e-mail to krametb2@unlv.nevada.edu with the subject line saying “PSA Governance Submission” by October 1, 2008 @ 5:00pm.
WHAT: Call for papers for Governance
WHO: Phi Sigma Alpha – Political Science Honor Society and UNLV Political Science Department
WHEN: Submissions due by October 1, 2008 @ 5:00pm
WHERE: E-mail to PSA President Ryan Krametbauer via krametb2@unlv.nevada.edu or submit through the Phi Sigma Alpha website via a form in the Journals page.
REQUIREMENTS FOR SUBMISSION
-Junior or senior status
-Political Science major
-PSA members will receive extra consideration
If you have any questions, contact PSA Advisor Dr. TIffany Howardf via tiffiany.howard@unlv.edu
Thanks for your submission and good luck!