Kennedy McClinton, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
Kennedy McClinton is a junior at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign majoring in political science with a concentration in citizen politics and minoring in journalism. Notable titles such as Political Science Honors Program recipient, Illinois Promise Scholar, and recipient of the President’s Award Programs Honors scholarship highlight Kennedy’s commitment to academic excellence. Previously serving as a LAS FYE Team intern, Kennedy will resume this role in Fall 2025, contributing to creating a supportive environment for incoming freshmen. As a co-lead of Black Students for Revolution, Treasurer of UniPlace Community Service Organization, and a Shelley Ambassador for the Bruce D. Nesbitt African American Cultural Center, Kennedy passionately advocates for equity and inclusion in academic and community spaces. Currently conducting research with Professor Jeffery Mondak on the frameworks of intersectionality as it pertains to the uniqueness of Black women’s political attitudes, Kennedy aspires to pursue a master’s in African American studies and a Ph.D. in political science. With research interests in political behavior, comparative politics, and African American studies, Kennedy aims to advance the presence of individuals like them in academia, ensuring their voices resonate within communities.
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