NCPI Workmark
Articles in regional publications that pertain to a wide range of North Carolina-related topics.

Search Results


8 results for "Political science"
Currently viewing results 1 - 8
PAGE OF 1
Record #:
30390
Abstract:
For nearly forty years, the Institute of Political Leadership has been developing North Carolina’s future and current political leaders. The program aims to improve the quality and effectiveness of governance for North Carolina through the strategic advancement of ethical, informed, and effective public servants and a participatory citizenry.
Source:
Carolina Banker (HG 2153 N8 C66), Vol. 92 Issue 1, Spring 2013, p36-37, por
Record #:
25736
Author(s):
Abstract:
Terry Sullivan leads an all-volunteer team to find out what outgoing presidencies have learned, and thereby help ease the transition for incoming White House administrations. The project team interviews former staff and presents their memos to the president’s transition team.
Source:
Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 25 Issue 2, Winter 2009, p38-41, por Periodical Website
Full Text:
Record #:
25871
Author(s):
Abstract:
Political scientist James Stimson found that the majority of voters support most of the liberal views, even though Americans label themselves conservative by a two-to-one margin. Stimson says that many people do not pay close attention to policy issues. Rather, people often rely on social values and media influences.
Source:
Full Text:
Record #:
26060
Author(s):
Abstract:
There are many brands of democracy today, each with its own successes and failures. At Carolina, a large group of researchers is working to understand these new democracies. Several areas they are exploring include political parties, social and economic conditions, power, and religion.
Source:
Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 18 Issue 1, Fall 2001, p7-13, il, por Periodical Website
Full Text:
Record #:
25696
Author(s):
Abstract:
East Carolina University political science professor Dr. Maurice D. Simon works in collaboration with researchers at UNC-Greensboro to trace the emergence of twelve Eastern European democracies.
Source:
Edge (NoCar LD 1741 E44 E33), Vol. Issue , Spring 1998, p29, il Periodical Website
Subject(s):
Record #:
26174
Author(s):
Abstract:
Seventeen undergraduate students produced a report for Eric Mlyn’s political science course. They explored policies related to mutual security and comprehensive security.
Source:
Record #:
26196
Author(s):
Abstract:
Sam Bagenstos, an undergraduate in political science, completed his senior honors thesis examining arguments for and against District of Columbia statehood. After analyzing the arguments, he believes the demographic composition is an underlying reason for the adamancy displayed by many statehood opponents.
Source:
Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 8 Issue 1, Fall 1990, p4-6, il, por Periodical Website
Record #:
26200
Author(s):
Abstract:
Sam Best of the political science department is researching the 1987 Florida Service Tax, a controversial amendment that was repealed only six months after passage into law. Best will examine the roles of media, government elites, and interest groups.
Source: