Miles Salley is a graduating senior at Old Dominion University majoring in political science with a minor in sociology. While at Old Dominion University, he has served as a research assistant under the supervision of Dr. Athena King, examining the nexus of environmental justice and intersectionality. In addition, he has also had the opportunity to serve as an undergraduate teaching assistant for the Introduction to American Politics class, assisting on foundational concepts and supporting students’ understanding of key course material. In his most recent work, he examines the Black Church, and whether declining attendance correlates with reduced political engagement among Black Americans. In his doctoral studies, he aims to focus on the political behavior of Black Americans, and how Black Americans leverage institutions, their identity, and representation to shape political participation and public policy within the United States.
The APSA Diversity Fellowship Program, formerly the Minority Fellowship Program, was established in 1969 as a fellowship competition to diversify the political science profession. The DFP provides support to students applying to, or in the early stages of, a PhD program in political science. APSA has once again awarded a new cycle to provide support for students currently in the process of applying to political science PhD programs for Fall 2026. Please join us in congratulating the 2026-2027 class of fellows.
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