Jessica Reese is a distinguished Ph.D. student in government and politics at the University of Maryland, College Park. She specializes in racial and ethnic politics within the American political landscape, leveraging her Bachelor of Science in Political Science from the University of Southern Mississippi. Jessica’s research notably examines the black conservative movement, contributing significant insights into political behavior and voter dynamics. Her work as a research assistant on emotional expectation and blame attribution in politics showcases her analytical skills and dedication to the discipline. With teaching interests closely aligned to her research, she focuses on American politics, emphasizing racial and ethnic politics. Jessica aims to expand her research to explore broader political behaviors and the impact of race on political outcomes, aspiring to offer meaningful contributions to academia and policymaking. Her academic journey is highlighted by prestigious accolades, including the Dean’s Fellowship Grant and the Allan B. McBride Political Science Methods Award, demonstrating her exceptional performance in political science methodology.
The APSA Diversity Fellowship Program (DFP), 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. Since its inception, the DFP has designated more than 600 fellows and contributed to the successful completion of doctoral political science programs for over 100 individuals. APSA has once again awarded a new cycle to provide support for PhD students currently in their first or second year as of Spring 2024. Please join us in congratulating the 2024-2025 class of fellows.
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