We want to welcome everyone to the upcoming Fall 2025 semester! Feel free to stop by the CAPE office and introduce yourself or ask about internships, programs, research, or experiential opportunities relating to political science. #UCMercedCape #Political_Science #UCMerced

Please join us for the upcoming Fall Kick-Off on August 28th! This event is intended to kick off the new academic year and celebrate our very own Professor Christopher Ojeda's publication of The Sad Citizen: How Politics is Depressing and Why it Matters. #UCMerced_Cape #PoliSci

Meet Noah Evjenth, a Political Science student who just wrapped up an internship through the 2025 CAPE Legislative Fellow’s Program. Noah spent his summer in Assemblywoman Catherine Stefani's Office. Congrats, Noah! #CAPEFellowsProgram #CAPEUCMerced #UCMerceed #politicalscience

Meet Maya Gonzalez, a recent UC Merced graduate in Political Science and Sociology, who spent this summer interning with Senator Anna Caballero’s office through The Maddy Institute. Congrats, Maya! Anna Caballero The Maddy Institute #CAPEUCMerced #themaddyinstitute #politicalscience

Meet Mariel Garcia, a recent UC Merced graduate in Management Business Economics. This summer, Mariel interned in Senator Tim Grayson’s office, gaining valuable experience in public service. Congratulations, Mariel! Senator Tim Grayson #CAPEUCMerced #UCMerced #politicalscience

The Political Science Department and CAPE celebrated the release of Professor Ojeda’s newest book, The Sad Citizen, while also marking the start of a new semester. Congratulations to Professor Ojeda on this exciting achievement, and best wishes to all for a successful semester!

Meet Njiwam Anyangwe, a Political Science student who spent the summer interning for Assemblymember Marc Berman. Njiwam gained a unique perspective on the inner workings of California’s Legislature and public service. Congratulations, Njiwam! #CAPEFellowsProgram #CAPEUCMerced

Here are our hours for the fall! Feel free to stop by if you have any questions about the center or need any assistance! #CAPEUCMerced #UCMerced #politicalscience #politics

Last week at Politics and Pastries, we were joined by Professors Marco Alcocer and Christopher Ojeda as guest speakers! They shared insights on current political happenings around the world, all while enjoying pastries with our students. Thank you both for joining us!

Earlier than this week, CAPE Director and UC Merced Political Science Professor Nate Monroe had the privilege to present to the Modesto Rotary Club. A special thanks to Modesto Rotary Club for the invitation to share about CAPE's programs! #UCMerced #rotaryclub #CAPEUCMerced

Last week the Political Science department along with CAPE hosted its monthly Politics and Pastries event! Many thanks to CAPE Director Professor Monroe and Professor Denny for joining us. #CAPE #UCMerced #Politics #UCMercedPoliticalScience #PoliticalScience #explorepage

UC Merced's Political Science Department invites you for an afternoon with UC Merced alumni shaping public policy across California! Hear from leaders in government, advocacy, and community organizing. #CAPE #UCMercedCAPE #UCMercedPoliticalScience #Politics #UCMerced #Alumni

How does satellite internet influence the conduct of war? UC Merced's Political Science Department welcomes Renard Sexton, Associate Professor of Political Science at Emory University. #CAPE #UCMercedCAPE #UCMercedPoliticalScience #UnderstandingPolitics #Politics #UCMerced

On Tuesday, November 11 at 3:00 PM, join Sol Rivas - the Executive Director of @ValleyOnward - and Professor Elaine Denny for a special workshop on imposter syndrome and professional belonging. #CAPE #UCMercedCAPE #UCMercedPoliticalScience #Politics #UCMerced #Valleyonward

Stop by the CAPE office this Halloween for a cozy candy break and a full day of Halloween movies! Feel free to drop in anytime between anytime between 9AM–4PM. #CAPE #UCMercedCAPE #UCMercedPoliticalScience #Politics #UCMerced #Halloween

Meet Delfina, a fifth-year Political Science major and CAPE Program Assistant. She's passionate about nonprofit work and electoral politics. She will be graduating this semester, we wish her good luck in her future career aspirations! #CAPE #UCMercedCAPE #UCMerced #PoliSci

California Democrats celebrate Prop 50’s passage, while GOP leaders challenge its constitutionality. CAPE Director Nate Monroe weighs in, watch the full conversation here: abc30.com/post/californi… #UCMercedPoliticalScience #UCMerced #Merced #CaliforniaPolitics #Politics #Prop50

As Prop 50 reshapes California, experts say Merced and Stanislaus counties could shift left. CAPE Director and UC Merced Political Science Professor Nate Monroe breaks it down. Read here: gvwire.com/2025/11/08/pro… #CAPE #UCMPoliticalScience #Merced #Stanislaus #Politics #Prop50

Meet Miles, a second-year Political Science major and CAPE Program Assistant. You can find him in the CAPE office throughout the week, make sure to stop by to say hi and learn more about the work he’s doing on campus and with CAPE. #CAPE #UCMercedCAPE #UCMerced #StudentSuccess

The CAPE office will be closed for Thanksgiving Break from November 24 to 28. If you need to contact us, please email [email protected]. Wishing everyone a restful and enjoyable break from all of us at CAPE! #CAPE #UCMercedCAPE #UCMerced #UCMercedPoliticalScience