Anthony Rodin Email and Phone Number

Head of Politics and Law program, sole full-time Political Science instructor. I teach in American Politics, International Relations, Comparative Politics and numerous electives in those fields. My research interests are in climate change and great power politics, with a book forthcoming.Beyond teaching 4 classes every semester, I also serve SNU by taking on roles in numerous institutional bodies, such as the Faculty Senate. I served as the chair of the school's Institutional Review Board (IRB) from 2020-2024, taking a lead role in developing new policies and procedures while reviewing hundreds of applications. On the student side, I am the advisor of our chapter of Pi Sigma Alpha (the political science honors society), our delegation of the Oklahoma Intercollegiate Legislature, and our Pre-Law Club. I also mentor any political science student involved in the McNair Research Program, helping students produce high-level works of original research.My time at SNU has helped me develop my skills, including teaching to many different audiences and student types, communicating effectively on complex issues, creating institutional policies and guidelines, writing at a scholarly level, researching timely and challenging topics, multitasking across numerous responsibilities, recruiting prospective students, mentoring students, creating and coordinating international travel for large groups, and collaborating with others.

Oversaw the development of a new IRB handbook and the growth of the IRB. Ensured institutional compliance with federal regulations regarding human subjects research. Reviewed hundreds of applications.