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University of Guelph @uofguelph.bsky.social · 17d

#UofG’s Justice and Legal Studies (JLS) program offers an early introduction to law from a social science perspective, equipping students with the skills to pursue diverse careers in the legal field.

Learn more: uoguel.ph/oz183

A plaque on a bench reading "University of Guelph, Justice & Legal Studies, Class of 2025, Commemorating the First Graduating Class."

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University of Guelph @uofguelph.bsky.social · Aug 25

Orientation Week at #UofG begins on Saturday, August 30, with hundreds of events lined up to kick off the new school year! New students will have the chance to connect, explore campus, and get involved as they start their university journey.

Learn more: uoguel.ph/z4zqw

O-Week Helps U of G Students Get to Know Campus

New University of Guelph students are about to dive into an unforgettable Orientation Week packed with energy, connection and support.

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UofG Department of Political Science @uofgpolisci.bsky.social · Aug 14

Featuring insight from Dr. Dax D’Orazio, post-doctoral fellow at the University of Guelph: Examining political extremism in Canada ottawa.citynews.ca/2025/07/10/q...

Examining political extremism in Canada in the wake of the alleged anti-government militia plot in Quebec

A look at political extremism in Canada in the wake of an alleged plot involving a militia to take over a portion of Quebec City.

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University of Guelph News @uofguelphnews.bsky.social · Jul 21

#UofG | Dr. Julie Simmons is available for interviews to discuss the upcoming federal byelection in Alberta, where Pierre Poilievre is running to win back a seat in the House of Commons.

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Learn more in our latest #ExpertAlert: news.uoguelph.ca/2025/07/expe...

Expert Available: Pierre Poilievre Running in Byelection

Constituents in the rural Alberta riding of Battle River-Crowfoot will head to the polls on Aug. 18 for a byelection in which Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre hopes to win back a seat in the House...

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University of Guelph News @uofguelphnews.bsky.social · Apr 30

#UofG | Poli sci professor, Dr. Julie Simmons, speaks with the Times of India about the results of the federal election.

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Mark Carney strong, yet just short: How Liberals fell short after a stunning comeback in Canada polls - The Times of India

Rest of World News: Mark Carney's Liberals surged in the polls, fueled by his 'Canada Strong' message and perceived ability to counter Trump. However, a late shift in Tru

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University of Guelph News @uofguelphnews.bsky.social · Apr 30

#UofG | Poli sci professor, Dr. Mark Harding, talks to the @thestar.com about what's next for the federal NDP.

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The NDP is losing official party status after Canada’s election. Here’s what that means

Meanwhile, Jagmeet Singh stepped down as NDP Leader after losing his own seat amid one of the party’s worst election outcomes.

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UofG Department of Political Science @uofgpolisci.bsky.social · Apr 29

Dr. Julie Simmons spoke to the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) to analyze the results of the election: www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04...

Canadian Liberals win but unclear if majority or minority

Follow the latest news headlines from Australia's most trusted source. Read in-depth expert analysis and watch live coverage on ABC News.

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Live Work Well Research Centre @liveworkwell.bsky.social · Apr 24

Congratulations LWWRC cluster co-lead
@leahlevac.bsky.social, Laura Pin, Amanda Buchnea, Jayne Malenfant, and Jes Annan on their article which highlights people with lived experiences of homelessness in drafting a progressive National Housing Strategy. Read it here bit.ly/42JEJzR!

A national housing strategy for whom? Possibilities and limits in Canada’s National Housing Strategy (NHS) for a rights-based housing regime

The lack of adequate housing has reached crisis levels in many countries, including Canada. Further, housing policy development often excludes the knowledges of people with lived experience (LE) of...

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University of Guelph News @uofguelphnews.bsky.social · Apr 21

#UofG | Dr. Julie Simmons shares her insight on the number of Indigenous candidates running in the federal election, with @cdnpress.bsky.social

‘This is a call:’ Indigenous candidates reflect on running in the federal election

Maintaining reconciliation efforts between Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities, answering calls to help constituents, and uniting Canadians are some reasons Indigenous political hopefuls say the...

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UofG Department of Political Science @uofgpolisci.bsky.social · Apr 4

Professor Adam Kochanski (@adamkochanski.bsky.social) co-edited a special issue of Global Studies Quarterly on Localization in World Politics. Kochanski co-edited the collection of articles and co-authored the introductory essay with Professors @emilykmscott.bsky.social & Jennifer Welsh #SSHRCfunded

Localization in World Politics: Bridging Theory and Practice

Abstract. This Introduction and Special Forum highlight the importance of localization for the study of world politics, both as a theoretical concept in in

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UofG Department of Political Science @uofgpolisci.bsky.social · Apr 2

Featuring insight from Dr. Julie Simmons: “'Generational' election: U.S. threats could drive higher voter turnout, experts say” www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

'Generational' election: U.S. threats could drive higher voter turnout, experts say | CBC News

The stakes are high, with U.S. President Donald Trump threatening both Canada’s economy and sovereignty. That could lead to higher turnout at the polls as Canadians decide which party is best equipped...

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UofG Department of Political Science @uofgpolisci.bsky.social · Mar 27

Read Professor Koning's article in The Conversation about his new dataset on immigrant welfare exclusion: Politicians’ attacks on immigrants lack solid evidence: New data set the record straight. theconversation.com/politicians-...

Politicians’ attacks on immigrants lack solid evidence: New data set the record straight

Many political debates about immigration and the welfare of immigrants are not accompanied by facts. A new data set can help with that.

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UofG Department of Political Science @uofgpolisci.bsky.social · Mar 5

Join us for our upcoming Roundtable on Populism and Immigration Policy Speaker Series event: March 6, 2025 11:30am - 1:00pm in JTP 2266.

Political Science Speaker Series - Roundtable on Populism and Immigration Policy. Join our panel of political experts for a breakdown of the contentious politics on populism and immigration around the world. March 6, 2025, 11:30 - 1:00 P.M. John T. Powell - Room 2266.

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UofG Department of Political Science @uofgpolisci.bsky.social · Mar 4

Dr. Koning launched a new website with data on the level of immigrant welfare exclusion in different countries and at different moments in time. Check it out! www.iespi.ca

The Immigrant Exclusion from Social Programs Index (IESPI)

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Mortara Center for International Studies, Georgetown University @mortaracenter.bsky.social · Feb 24

Last week the Mortara Center and Professors Diana Kim and @pauliinapatana.bsky.social, with the support of @cgesgeorgetown.bsky.social, hosted the Politics of Social Stratification: Global Perspectives, a workshop aimed at examining the politics of social stratification, inequality, and identity.

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Adam Sneyd 🇨🇦 @adamsneyd.bsky.social · Dec 5

David Peck is relaunching his podcast with our conversation on Hidden Politics and the SDGs - have a listen & share for your students and colleagues! shows.acast.com/face2face-wi... @lcotula.bsky.social @davethomas.bsky.social @ryankatzrosene.bsky.social

Hidden Politics - Hidden Agendas | Face2Face with David Peck

Unpacking the Secret Powers of Commodities with Adam Sneyd

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Kate Puddister @katepuddister.bsky.social · Nov 28

Important reporting by Wendy Gillis @torontostar.bsky.social

I provide some context based on my research on police sexual violence with @daniellemcnabb.bsky.social

www.thestar.com/news/gta/an-...

An Ontario police officer was fired for his ‘inappropriate’ relationship with a teenage girl. 20 years later, she’s telling her story — and demanding justice

“I thought, over the years, that I'd be able to forget and move on, and I can't,” said a woman who alleges she was sexually assaulted by a Durham police

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UofG Department of Political Science @uofgpolisci.bsky.social · Nov 26

New from Dr. Jordi Díez, "The Decriminalization of Abortion in Latin America: A Tale of Gradual Judicialization," in PS: Political Science & Politics (@pspolisci.bsky.social): doi.org/10.1017/S104... (OPEN ACCESS)

The Decriminalization of Abortion in Latin America: A Tale of Gradual Judicialization | PS: Political Science & Politics | Cambridge Core

The Decriminalization of Abortion in Latin America: A Tale of Gradual Judicialization

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UofG Department of Political Science @uofgpolisci.bsky.social · Nov 26

New from Dr. Geoffrey Cameron, "Private sponsorship prefigured: Religious groups and Canada's Cold War refugee policy," Journal of Refugee Studies: doi.org/10.1093/jrs/... (OPEN ACCESS)

Private sponsorship prefigured: Religious groups and Canada’s Cold War refugee policy

Abstract. Canada’s policy of private refugee sponsorship has attracted growing international attention as a complementary pathway to refugee protection, wh

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Adam Sneyd 🇨🇦 @adamsneyd.bsky.social · Nov 26

Hidden Politics is starting to hit the road and I'll be uploading events and appearances on my new website over the next while - check it out! adamsneyd.com/news/hidden-... @uofgpolisci.bsky.social

Hidden Politics on the road

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UofG Department of Political Science @uofgpolisci.bsky.social · Nov 21

Hello Bluesky! The Department of Political Science at the University of Guelph is pleased to meet you. Check us out! polisci.uoguelph.ca

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