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December 2016 Member Newsletter 
APSA Post-Election Letter
The 2016 election in the United States cast into sharp relief an array of issues that engage the political science community in our role as teachers, researchers and practitioners. As we all examine the implications of the 2016 election, we must remain at the forefront of understanding, and engaging the public on, the future of our country.  As APSA Council members and leaders, therefore, we would like to share with you an overview of APSA activities that affirm our core mission and support our members in their work. 

Conference Updates & Reminders
Deadline: Monday, January 9, 2017. 
Submit your proposal for the 113th Annual APSA Annual Meeting & Exhibition, August 31 - September 3, 2017, in San Francisco. Join us to address the latest in political science while exploring the 2017 theme, "The Quest for Legitimacy: Actors, Audiences, and Aspirations."  Review the variety of proposal submission options and participant rules prior to submitting your proposal. Learn more by visiting the  2017 Annual Meeting website .

The 14th Annual APSA Teaching & Learning Conference is quickly approaching - make your plans to attend! Register soon to select your preferred track! APSA TLC attendees will receive a discounted rate of $179/night through January 16. Rooms and rates are available on first-come, space available basis. Book online to receive the group rate. And don't forget to secure your flight! The airport is 10 minutes away, and flights into Los Angeles and Orange County provide additional nearby options.  

Programs & Initiatives 
Deadline extended to December 23, 2016.
The deadline for the Teaching & Learning Conference award nominations has been extended through Friday, December 23. The Michael Brintnall Teaching & Learning Award supports a scholar's attendance at the conference, and the CQ Press Award honors a political scientist who has developed an innovative new approach to teaching in the discipline.  Apply Now!

Deadline for applications is January 15, 2017.
The Beryl Radin Pracademic Fellowship Program places faculty members in federal government agencies in the Washington, DC area to work closely with a decision-maker involved in a program of their interest.  Apply Now!

Deadline for applications is January 20, 2017.
APSA is accepting applications for the 2017 APSA Ralph Bunche Summer Institute (RBSI). The RBSI is an annual, intensive five-week program held at Duke University that is designed to introduce students to the world of doctoral study in political science. See program eligibility and learn how to apply today!

Nominations open through February 13, 2017.
APSA is accepting nominations for 2017 dissertation, book, paper, and career awards! To be considered by award committees,  submit an award nomination here.

Prior to the 2016 election, APSA invited members to submit scholarly election reflections. Stay tuned to  Political Science Nowand APSA's social media accounts for reflections on topics ranging from LGBTQ rights, gender and politics, the intersection of race and gender, and the role of political parties.  Read more about the series.

Through APSA's Centennial Center, the Sherrill Prize recognizes the best doctoral dissertation for empirical study of LGBT issues in political science. Learn more and submit your nomination!

In an all-member ballot in October 2016, APSA members voted to adopt the new Bylaws and Articles of Incorporation, as supported and passed by the APSA All-member Business Meeting on September 1, 2016, in Philadelphia, PA. The all-member ballot was conducted electronically, with voting opening on September 30, 2016 for 30 days. 2,143 members voted in favor of adopting the new bylaws and articles of incorporation, 140 voted against incorporation, and 19 members abstained. Turnout was 18.8%. Results were certified by the APSA Election Committee: Janet Box-Steffensmeier (Chair; Ohio State University), Marion Orr (Brown University), and Christina Wolbrecht (University of Notre Dame).
 
Per the terms of transition set out in the new bylaws, these new bylaws will go into effect at the opening of voting for the next (2017-2018) council member election, anticipated for Spring 2017. For more information on the new bylaws, please click here.

The APSA Nominating Committee welcomes your suggestions for 2017 nominees for president-elect, vice president, treasurer, and council member. Council members serve staggered three-year terms. The treasurer serves a three-year term, and the president-elect and vice presidents serve one-year terms. The nominating committee encourages all members of APSA to suggest fellow members for consideration. Those wishing to do so should explain why they believe the person's accomplishments, background, and views would make them a good choice for a leadership position. The nominating committee hopes to nominate a slate of accomplished scholars and practitioners who reflect the diverse membership of APSA. To achieve this goal, they rely on the membership to forward suggestions and recommendations.
 
Please send suggestions to 
nominations@apsanet.org by February 1, 2017. 

The committee will meet in February 2017 to begin compiling a slate of candidates. The completed slate of nominees will be announced in March, and will be put to a member vote via electronic ballot over the summer. Learn more about APSA 2017 Nominations.

Advocacy Updates
Congress Passes Continuing Resolution.  On December 9, Congress passed a continuing resolution that extends funding for the government at FY 2016 funding levels through April 28, 2017. The following day, President Barack Obama signed  H.R. 2028 , the Further Continuing and Security Assistance Appropriations Act, into law. The legislation follows an earlier continuing resolution passed in late September and leaves work on finalizing FY 2017 appropriations--including funding for programs that support political science and other academic research--to the incoming Congress.

Congress Passes American Innovation and Competitiveness Act. On December 10, the Senate passed the American Innovation and Competitiveness Act (S.3084), which addresses support for federal science research. The House of Representatives passed the bill under suspension of the rules during a pro forma session on December 16. The compromise bill follows a previous version in the Senate and a bill in the House that would have authorized appropriations for the National Science Foundation. The earlier version of S. 3084 that passed the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee in June included a 4% increase in NSF authorizations from FY 2017 ($7.51 billion) to FY 2018 ($7.81 billion). The bill also included language supporting the NSF's merit review process. In contrast, the America COMPETES Act (H.R. 1806), which passed the House in May 2015, included directorate-specific authorization levels, with heavy cuts to the Social, Behavioral and Economic Sciences Directorate. The compromise bill that passed this December did not include authorization levels. It retained language supporting the NSF merit review process. Authorization for the NSF expired in 2013.

For more information, see APSA's advocacy page.
Publications
Perspectives on Politics
The December issue of Perspectives on Politics features a number of articles and essays that demonstrate a pluralism of methods. Articles consider topics of historical research, militant organizations, visuality of politics, and researcher partiality. Symposia delve into political science perspectives on Native Americans and more. Login to your MyAPSA member profile to read this great research.

Winter Hiatus 
American Political Science Review
The American Political Science Review's winter hiatus runs from December 21, 2016 to January 4, 2017. During this time no new manuscripts can be submitted. All other journal operations, however, continue. We look forward to receiving your submission to the journal in the New Year. 

PS: Political Science & Politics 
The PS: Political Science & Politics Editorial Team will not be accepting new manuscripts for the two-week period from December 23, 2016 to January 6, 2017, for the holiday break. We encourage you to submit your manuscripts in the new year, after January 6.
 
Support Political Science
#GiveAPSA16 
Celebrate Generosity & Giving Back

We thank all #GiveAPSA16 participants for their generosity to APSA and programs that support the discipline! It's not too late for other members and friends to join the end of year campaign.
 
Your end of year gift to the APSA Annual Fund funds travel grants for scholars to next year's Annual Meeting in San Francisco.

Your contribution to the APSA Ralph Bunche Fund will ensure the continuity of the APSA Ralph Bunche Summer Institute, which introduces students from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups to graduate study and careers in political science. 
 

Latest on PSNow
e-Jobs Listings

Deadline extended: January 12
The Journal of Comparative Policy Analysis (JCPA) is currently accepting proposals from universities that are an active sponsor of the JCPA and the International Comparative Policy Analysis (ICPA-) Forum, or that are interested in becoming actively involved, to serve as the host.

To be considered as a host institution, please submit a formal letter of intent by an authorized representative of the institution no later than January 12, 2017. For details on submitting your proposal click here. 
Other APSA Updates
APSA is seeking mentors to provide professional advice to undergraduates, graduate students, and junior faculty in the profession. We are especially seeking mentors for women, individuals from underrepresented backgrounds, and individuals interested with a background in nonacademic careers, the academic job market.  Visit the  APSA Mentoring webpage  or  contact us  for more information. 
APSA draws on the database to respond to media requests for experts in all areas of political science. In advance of key events or following major news developments, APSA also uses the database to publicize the availability of experts to speak on specific issues. 

Sign up online!  Inclusion in the database is a member benefit. Contact  press@apsanet.org with any questions.
 APSA Member of the Month: Dr. Christina Wolbrecht 
Congratulations to Dr. Christina Wolbrecht, our member of the month for December! As an Associate Professor in Political Science, Dr. Wolbrecht is an active APSA member who has been recognized for her many accomplishments and time spent advancing the profession. Read more about Dr. Christina Wolbrecht here.

The American Political Science Association Member of the Month program recognizes and highlights member achievements and professional milestones. It is a celebration and appreciation of the outstanding contributions our members make to the community through their scholarship and teaching, championship of the profession, and support of APSA and its programs. 

Membership Benefits & Updates
As an active member of APSA, you know first-hand the value your membership provides. Member-Get-A-Member is the ideal opportunity to share your success by encouraging your non-member colleagues to join.  For information on the program, how to participate and the incentives click here.

Institutional Membership allows libraries, research institutes, think tanks, embassies, and nongovernmental organizations to join APSA as an organization. Institutional members benefit from participation and networking at the Annual Meeting, e-Job postings, and discounts on registration and individual membership. Annual membership is 12 months, beginning the date of activation.  Learn more or  download the APSA Membership form.
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