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The Ray C. Bliss Institute of Applied Politics

A bipartisan research, teaching and experiential learning institute dedicated to increasing understanding of the political process with special emphasis on political parties, grassroots activity, civility and ethics, and hands-on learning through internships and events.


EVENTS

Columbus Post-Election Analysis Reception

December 10, 2024, The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square, 75 East State Street, Congressional Ballroom
Time:
Reception - 5:00 p.m. | Program - 5:30 p.m.

Drs. Green and Strachan will review the results of the 2024 federal elections and discuss the upcoming state and federal elections in 2026.

Please RSVP to the Bliss Institute by November 25
Phone: 330-972-5155
Email: kh1@uakron.edu

Akron Post-Election Analysis Luncheon

December 11, 2024, Quaker Station. 135 S. Broadway Street
Time:
Doors open at 11:00 am for a buffet lunch.  Program begins at noon.
Cost:
$35 per individual | $280 for a table of 8
(Co-sponsored with the Akron Press Club)

Dr. John Green, Dr. Cherie Strachan, and Michele Henry, Principal and co-founder of CMOR, will discuss key outcomes of the 2024 election, which saw a close race between presidential nominees, as well as highlight competitive contests for the U.S. Senate seat from Ohio and the 13th Congressional District.

by Noon, Friday, December 6.

See past events

Why study applied politics

Jim Crooks, MA '03, Owner of JP Power Strategic Communications, discusses his career path and shares advice for students.

Valuable internships

¹ú²úÂ×Àí graduate student, Brandon Meeker, shares his internship experience with the Akron Bicentennial. He is pursuing a Master in Applied Politics.


THE GREATER AKRON CIVILITY CENTER

Setting standards, providing resources, and working to create a culture of civility in the Greater Akron community.

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Campus location

Ray C. Bliss Institute of Applied Politics
The University of Akron
Olin Hall 325
Akron, OH 44325-1914
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Contact us

Office: 330-972-5182
Fax: 330-972-5479
Email: bliss@uakron.edu

Social Media Coordinator:
Blair Everett
Email: beverett@uakron.edu 

Bliss Institute News

The Democratic Party has been criticized for maintaining a gerontocracy — being ruled by the elderly — instead of shifting direction with a new generation of voices. Dr. David B. Cohen, professor of political science, stated, "The grey hairs of the Democratic Party seem determined to hold on to power at all costs. Until the Democratic Party wants to truly turn over leadership of the party to a new generation it will continue to founder." Cohen is also director of ¹ú²úÂ×Àí’s Applied Politics program and a fellow of the Ray C. Bliss Institute of Applied Politics.